ORION · 14 hours ago
Intern - Civil/Structural Engineering
Houston, TX
Internship
Onsite
InternOrion Engineering is a company focused on marine and heavy civil infrastructure projects, seeking interns to participate in their engineering design and analysis programs. The role involves supporting engineering teams with hands-on experience in various engineering tasks, contributing to both professional development and project execution.
ConstructionIndustrialTransportationBuilding MaintenanceCivil EngineeringMarine TechnologyMarine Transportation
Responsibilities
Works under the supervision of licensed Professional Engineers and senior engineering staff to support ongoing engineering and design projects
Assists with collecting data, reviewing drawings, specifications, and design criteria
Performs basic engineering calculations and analysis using prescribed techniques and established engineering standards
Assists in the preparation of drawings, sketches, exhibits, and other engineering deliverables
Supports engineers in evaluating existing waterfront and marine structures and developing repair or upgrade concepts
Observes construction activities to better understand constructability, sequencing, and best design applications
May assist with basic survey activities, field measurements, and site observations as required
Learns how engineering disciplines interface with project management, construction operations, and field personnel
Works primarily in the engineering office environment with limited field exposure as assigned
Interfaces with Engineers, Project Managers, Designers, and other project team members
Learns how engineering deliverables support successful project execution and closeout
Assists with document control, technical documentation, and organization of project files
Learns professional communication, teamwork, and engineering best practices in a consulting and construction-support environment
Responsible and accountable for incumbent’s own personal safety
Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with
Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed
Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies and procedures and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so
Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations, or Company policies and procedures promptly
Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.)
All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary, or trade secret information belonging to the Company
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in and have completed at least one (1) year of coursework in a Civil Engineering program (structural or geotechnical emphasis preferred) or a closely related engineering discipline that leads to a B.S. degree at an accredited college or university
Ability to quickly learn technical concepts
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to interface well with employees at all levels of the organization
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation
Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when required to work or visit job sites
Must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by Safety or management personnel
Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise
Interns must be capable of limited field activities, including walking, standing, or moving around active job sites as required
Interns must be capable of climbing stairs or ladders and navigating uneven terrain when visiting project sites
Interns must be capable of working outdoors in varying weather conditions for limited durations
Interns must be capable of lifting and carrying objects up to 25 lbs. as required
Preferred
Completed or ongoing coursework in Structural Analysis, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Construction Materials, Engineering Graphics, Surveying, and/or Project Management
Prior internship or work experience related to engineering, construction, or marine infrastructure
Basic familiarity or exposure to engineering software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, SAP2000, STAAD, Excel, or similar engineering and analytical tools
Company
ORION
Orion is a specialty construction company built around people, performance, and predictable excellence.
Founded in 1994
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$140MKey Investors
UMB Bank
2025-12-29Post Ipo Debt· $120M
2020-06-08Post Ipo Debt· $20M
2007-12-21IPO
Leadership Team
Travis Boone
President and CEO
Alison Vasquez
EVP, CFO and Treasurer
Recent News
2026-01-05
2025-12-29
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