What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Internship, Building Technology (Spring/Summer 2026) position at simpsongumpertzheger?
Do you want to help engineer what’s next?
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients’ most complex challenges. We leverage our collective and diverse experience, technical expertise, and industry knowledge of structures and building enclosures, advanced analysis, performance & code consulting, and applied science & research to deliver unrivaled, comprehensive solutions that drive superior performance. With 750 employees in nine office locations throughout the United States, SGH’s industry-leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of what’s possible.
We want someone passionate about engineering who wants to gain invaluable experience.
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is seeking current students for a 2026 Spring or Summer Internship and/or Co-op in our Washington, D.C. office.
As an Intern or Co-op, you will work side-by-side with industry-leading experts in the office and in the field to gain hands-on experience while applying classroom knowledge to real-world challenges.
What You’ll Be Doing:
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Assist with construction monitoring, field investigations, condition assessments, construction observations as well as project drafting, structural design and analysis, and site inspections.
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Analyze materials, support our petrography staff, develop test protocols, design and construct testing apparatus, perform tests, and analyze test data.
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Collaborate with SGH engineers to perform reconnaissance on existing structures, conduct field tests, or monitor construction in progress.
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Organize field data and assist with research to facilitate analysis, problem solving, and repair design.
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Perform analysis under the guidance of licensed professionals using a combination of hand calculations and analysis software.
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Assist with preparation of client deliverables, including construction documents, specifications, and written reports.
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Work may include travel and working from heights.
What You’ll Need:
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Students should have an interest in civil and or structural engineering, materials science, architecture, and architectural engineering.
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Maintain high grades in their studies, interested in learning through hands-on work experience in a consulting engineering environment.
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Enthusiastic about the challenges associated with the development of sophisticated engineering work product in an atmosphere of high professionalism.
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Successful candidates must have strong communication abilities.
What makes careers at SGH so special?
The only way to advance is to question and explore. Every member of the SGH team is both a learner and an educator, committed to advancing ourselves, our teams, and our industry. Together we are creating a community that never settles for what is, but always seeks what could be.
There are many reasons to love SGH.
- Our Work: Our clients trust us to bring clarity and deliver outstanding solutions for their most complex projects.
- Our People: We are bold thinkers and compassionate teammates, committed to lifelong learning and professional growth.
- Our Commitment: We live with integrity and embrace an obligation to give back to our professions and communities.
- Our Contribution: We offer a comprehensive and rich compensation and benefits package with company-paid and voluntary programs to help build healthy lifestyles, strong relationships, and future prosperity.
Compensation (For Technical Interns starting 2025)
Anticipated hourly rate: $28.50/hr- $35.75 /hr, depending on the candidate’s education level.
Full-time Interns are eligible for a discretionary bonus program, medical insurance and paid holidays and sick leave.
SGH is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value diversity in our workforce. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We consider all qualified applicants and encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. If the application system is not accessible to you, or you need a reasonable accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email jobs@sgh.com.
Salary : $29 - $36
