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Structural Engineer Internship - Summer 2027
Walker Consultants INC · 🇺🇸 Ann Arbor, MI
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 12 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest May 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 4 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Walker Consultants INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles2 certified filings for “Restoration Engineer” (Civil Engineers) in GA: $83k–$113k, median $98k. Most were filed at wage level II (50%) — 2 lottery entries, ≈31% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 12 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest May 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 4 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
About the Opportunity Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding internship where you can work alongside and learn from some of the industry's most talented engineers and architects? If so, Walker Consultants' Ann Arbor office is the place for you. As a Structural Engineering Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting structural design, restoration, and rehabilitation projects for a variety of building types and structures. Working closely with architects, engineers, project managers, and technical specialists, you will contribute to project development from initial planning and design through construction administration and field observation. This internship offers exposure to structural analysis, BIM modeling, construction documentation, site investigations, and fieldwork. You will have the opportunity to develop practical engineering skills while collaborating on projects that help improve the safety, performance, and longevity of the built environment. What You'll Do Work directly with Project Engineers and Project Managers to develop project designs, calculations, and construction documents. Prepare and revise drawings and documentation throughout various phases of design, including plans, elevations, sections, and details. Utilize BIM technology (Revit) to develop and coordinate 3D building models. Perform structural design calculations and detailing for building structures, foundations, and retaining systems. Interpret and apply building codes, industry standards, and project requirements. Assist with project coordination, internal team meetings, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Review construction phase documentation, shop drawings, and project submittals. Participate in field investigations, site visits, and construction observations to document existing conditions and construction progress. Support the preparation of engineering reports, calculations, and technical documentation. Perform other duties as assigned. What You Bring Required Qualifications Actively pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering or Architectural/Engineering Technology. 0-5 years of previous structural design experience. Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills with a range of individuals, including clients, consultants, architects, and engineers. Strong organizational skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Reliable access to a personal vehicle is required for the duration of employment. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge and experience using Revit. Understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and AutoCAD. Coursework or experience related to structural analysis, concrete design, steel design, or foundation systems. Interest in structural rehabilitation, restoration, and building performance projects. Willingness to participate in field visits and construction observations.