
Structural Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)
- Houston, TX
- Training
- Full-time
- Apply engineering principles to provide efficient, effective, economical, and timely technical solutions to marine structural and site civil problems in multivariable and multidiscipline project environments.
- Design ports & terminals infrastructure in accordance with quality objectives, regulations, laws, and standards.
- Collect, review, and analyze a variety of engineering data to meet engineering objectives.
- Prepare reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, inspection reports, designs, and calculations.
- A soon to be graduate with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering university or college.
- Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, and as part of multi-disciplinary teams.
- Commitment to achieving engineering excellence.
- A desire to learn and continually develop.
- Interest in heavy industrial terminals, ports, material handling areas, liquid terminals, or other maritime related interests.
- Interest in structural or site civil development engineering.
- Due to the highly technical nature of marine structures, a Junior in their 3rd year of a 4-year program is preferred.
- Experience with structural modeling software such as STAAD is preferred.
- Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, Navisworks, and ArcGIS is a plus.
- To live our manifesto. Our vision and values that set us apart from our competition, put our planet first, and make each day a step toward positive change.
- Perform assignments related to your sector.
- Assist with preparation of detailed design for projects.
- Support preparation of drawings from detailed notes and specifications
- Coordination with other technicians/engineers on projects
- Provide support to Senior Engineers and Designers as and when needed.
- Stability and consistency – our role here at Hatch are long term full time. We are not like other companies that hire for one project and do mass layoffs. You are joining the Hatch team and family to grow your career in a way that suites you best.
- Our goal is to convert 100% of students/coops/interns to full time offers.
- Expected growth at Hatch:
- Overall
- You will be able learn about the different sectors, processes, people and culture that drives our business.
- You will learn from others- developing relationships with your managers, colleagues, etc.
- We want to learn from you too! Share your referrals for us to connect with and interview, let us know what you are reading/learning about, fill us in on your university events! Help us both flex our growth mindsets!
- Growth in our communities locally, but also thinking globally.
- In 3 ways: Experiential, Exposure, and Education:
- Experiential- 70% of learning is on the job, hands-on!
- Exposure- 20% of learning- Talking with others, mentoring, professional development groups!
- Education- Courses (online or in person)- often created by Hatch specific to your role!
- Company gatherings, happy hours, social interaction to build strong work relationships.
- Social Activities- After work events (Top Golf, Barcadia, Virtual escape room)
- Regional networking
- Young Professional Groups (YP)
- Orientation- young professional presentations/panels to start your career at Hatch.
- YP (Young professional) Presentations- what it’s like to work on site.
- KEG sessions (Keep Education Going)
- PDP (Professional Development Program)
- Challenging career with countless opportunities
- The opportunity to receive excellent mentorship from industry experts.
- An exciting work environment involved in constantly evolving industry.
- Ability to apply your skills to challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects, while working alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people.
- Work with
to develop innovative solutionsWhat we offer you?
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally