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The job in short
Structural engineering internship.
Supply chain
Details
- Found
- 14 d ago · posted 2026-09-17
- Location as listed
- Decatur, IL - Illinois
- Role
- Intern / Trainee
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Structural Engineer Intern – Summer 2027
Decatur, IL
Launch Your Career with ADM’s Summer Internship Program
Gain meaningful, hands-on experience during a rewarding 12-week internship at one of ADM’s North American locations. You’ll collaborate with colleagues across the business, develop practical skills and contribute to projects that support real business needs.
ADM offers competitive pay for this full-time, 40-hour-per-week internship. Depending on your assigned location and distance from home, fully furnished housing and transportation assistance may also be provided to help support your transition.
Why ADM?
• Join an award-winning early career program designed to help students build professional skills, explore career interests and gain exposure to ADM’s business and culture.
• Work for a global leader connecting farmers, customers and consumers through an extensive agricultural supply chain.
• Gain meaningful experience with a company focused on innovation, sustainability and strengthening the global food system.
• Build connections with colleagues, mentors and fellow interns across ADM.
Learn more about Early Careers at ADM.
Internship Program Requirements
• Education: Currently pursuing a four-year degree with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and summer 2029.
• Academic performance: Minimum overall GPA of 2.8.
• Transportation: Must have reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location.
• Geographic flexibility: Willingness to relocate to an ADM location in North America.
• Availability: Must be available for a 12-week internship from mid-May through early August 2027.
• Background check: Successful completion of a background check is required.
• Work authorization: ADM is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position.
Professional Development and Internship Benefits
During your internship, you will have opportunities to:
• Expand your skills through LinkedIn Learning courses, language training and mentoring programs.
• Participate in Employee Resource Groups that promote connection, support and professional growth.
• Access ADM’s Employee Assistance Program for resources supporting personal and professional well-being.
• Attend professional development sessions focused on career readiness, networking, personal branding and building a professional digital presence.
• Connect with ADM leaders, colleagues and fellow interns across the organization.
• Be considered for a future internship or full-time opportunity based on performance and business needs.
Job Summary
The Structural Engineer Intern will support the ADM Design Services team by assisting with the design, analysis, and inspection of structural systems for industrial facilities. Working under the close supervision of the Structural Department Manager and senior engineers, the intern will gain hands-on experience in applying engineering principles to real-world projects, including the design of structural steel buildings, equipment foundations, and support structures.
This role is designed to provide exposure to professional engineering practices, CAD modeling, and project coordination while developing technical proficiency in structural design and analysis. The intern will participate in tasks such as creating structural drawings, performing basic calculations, and supporting construction and inspection activities.
Job Responsibilities
The Structural Engineer Intern’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
• Manage assigned projects for Summer 2027, with assistance from hiring manager and other EHS operations colleagues.
• Assist in the design and analysis of industrial structures, including structural steel buildings and equipment foundations.
• Support the development of structural connection details and fabrication drawings.
• Perform basic structural calculations under supervision of licensed engineers.
• Contribute to design documentation using engineering software and CAD tools.
• Shadow FT Engineering Staff and assist with inspections and evaluations of existing structures, identifying potential repairs or retrofits.
• Help prepare technical reports, design summaries, and project documentation.
• Participate in team meetings to coordinate project design and construction activities.
• Apply standard engineering practices and procedures while learning company-specific design methods.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe and efficient structural designs.
• Gain exposure to construction standards, codes, and best practices in structural engineering.
• Participate in and/or lead meetings, training sessions, and ops briefings.
• Present findings, project results, and recommendations to engineering leadership at the conclusion of the internship.
Complete additional duties based on the needs of the assigned location.
Excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every qualification listed? We encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this position or another opportunity at ADM.
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