Secretariatadvisorsllc
Intern, Engineering Sciences (Summer 2027)
Chicago, Illinois, United States. Posted 2 months ago
The role
You will support real client projects from investigation through reporting. You will perform engineering calculations, research technical issues, and assist with field inspections and laboratory testing.
What you will do
- Support hands-on failure investigations
- Compare real-world conditions with original designs, drawings, specifications, and project documents
- Assist with field inspections, site visits, laboratory testing, and other investigative activities
- Perform engineering calculations, research technical issues, and analyze data
- Review, organize, and summarize project documents, technical records, photos, and test results
- Help draft clear, well-supported report sections
- Contribute to visuals, exhibits, and demonstratives
- Analyze technical reports prepared by others
- Participate in team and client communications
- Build strong working relationships with colleagues, peers, and clients
Required qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Building Science/Architectural Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
- Expected graduation date between December 2027 and August 2030
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Strong communication skills, including listening, writing, presenting, and explaining technical ideas clearly
- Able to learn quickly, think creatively, manage competing priorities, and ask thoughtful questions
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed
- Authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship
Nice to have
- Interest in pursuing PE credentials
- Additional language skills
About the company
Secretariat is a consulting firm that helps companies, law firms, and organizations solve complex business problems. It is a fast-growing international expert services firm with more than 500 professionals in 20+ cities worldwide.