Overview Company Background: Founded in 1940 and headquartered in San Francisco, Degenkolb Engineers delivers customized structural solutions across healthcare, education, science and technology, forensics, construction engineering, and federal buildings. We address project needs such as codes compliance, budgets, schedules, and landmark structural systems.

Position Description Degenkolb offers a summer program for future engineers. The goal is to provide students with an understanding of how a structural engineering practice operates to complement academic training and to create a recruitment pipeline. We frequently hire former interns full-time after graduation. Internships are available in California offices (Los Angeles, Oakland, Sacramento, San Diego, San Francisco) as well as Seattle, WA and our Midwest offices in Detroit and Grand Rapids, MI. Applicants may indicate interest in multiple locations on a single application.

Ideal Candidate A high-achieving senior or graduate student (undergraduate GPA 3.40 or above) with a passion for structural engineering. Interest in seismic analysis (non-Michigan offices) or steel design (Michigan) is strongly preferred.

Compensation The pay rate for this position ranges between $28 - $37 per hour, depending on location and qualifications. This is a good faith estimate under pay transparency laws; actual pay is based on factors such as geographic differentials, education level, and candidate qualifications.

Culture We offer a flexible hybrid work schedule and a collaborative office environment. Our firm values industry involvement, shared ownership, and respect for personal lives. You’ll have opportunities for professional development within a supportive team. Note: Learn more about our culture on our site.

Scholarship Program Interns hired into the program are eligible to apply for competitive scholarships:

Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo students

Students at other California State University (CSU) campuses

University of California students, with preference to AISES, NSBE, SHPE, or WISE members

Each award is a $4,000 grant, payable after registration for the Fall 2026 quarter/semester.

Scholarship Application Requirements Due March 1, 2026: Submit a targeted cover letter (two pages max) addressing:

Career goals in the structural engineering profession

Graduate school education goals

Academic and leadership accomplishments

Challenges overcome in your academic journey (e.g., first‑generation student experience)

Contact: Michelle Chapman with questions.

Additional Scholarship Programs We participate in the NCSEA Structural Engineering Scholarship Program.

Job Description In structural engineering, hands-on experience makes the difference. As a participant, you will work on active project teams, gain exposure to clients, design challenges, and firm culture.

Minimum Requirements

Must be a current full-time Civil Engineering student in your senior year planning to continue directly into a Structural Engineering graduate program, or a current graduate student in Structural Engineering.

Demonstrated passion for structural and seismic analysis (or steel design in Michigan).

Strong performance in upper-division civil/structural courses (Undergraduate GPA 3.40+).

Active participation in extracurricular and/or leadership roles.

Must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Application Process Click the Apply Now button and complete the application. Submit all of the following:

Resume — required

Unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate, as applicable) — required for consideration

Cover letter describing why you want to work with Degenkolb and how your background aligns with this position — strongly encouraged

EEO notice Degenkolb Engineers complies with Equal Opportunity Employer guidelines, does not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of protected characteristics, and is committed to increasing the diversity of its team and the perspectives, skills, and experiences it brings to the firm.

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