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At Henderson, We're About More Than Just Buildings
We're about the people, experiences, and potential found inside. We’re a company of problem-solvers and innovators known for our technical excellence and ability to come up with out-of-the-box solutions. We love the process of bringing buildings to life. And we're changing the industry by integrating the building design and construction process.
As an ESOP, each of our employee-owners are an essential part of our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. With a vision to build a better world, Team Henderson has a people-first culture and diverse portfolio of world-class facilities.
It's What We Do
We provide total building system design services across multiple high-growth markets for industry leaders. You'll get to use your talent to work on projects for some of the biggest names in mission-critical, higher education, sports, healthcare, grocery, restaurant, and retail within the sectors we serve in business, community, grocery, health, retail, & venue.
It's How We're Different
We're about more than just buildings. We're about you. You, and the hundreds of passionate employee-owners who make us who we are. We’ve always been committed to providing an inclusive workplace where people can bring their full self to work and helps people reach their full potential – both as professionals and individuals. Together, we dream up innovative solutions for industry-wide problems, design spaces that become landmarks, and toast the good life at our happy hours. Take a peek into what makes us different here: https://youtu.be/AIt17t_uJ-A?si=oSMy5zQeUcb_faE3
About Henderson
Are you looking for engaging, purposeful work you can be proud of? Do you need to know that your employer will provide you with diverse projects and opportunities to learn and grow in your career? As an employee-owner at Henderson Engineers, those opportunities are there for you.
Our vision is to be the firm that builds a better world. Henderson is known in the industry for our people-first culture, technical excellence, and innovative designs.
We’ve diligently cultivated an inclusive, best-in-class work environment where people have a voice and opportunities to reach their full potential – both as employees and individuals. Our core values drive us to deliver unrivaled service and solutions that make us the team you want to join.
We create environments where people can reach their full potential. This is a brief video that says a little more about our mission: https://youtu.be/AIt17t_uJ-A?si=oSMy5zQeUcb_faE3
Position Overview
An Engineering Intern is primarily responsible for solving basic engineering problems, designing building systems, and producing/preparing documents.
We have intern roles available in each sector. You will be asked to prioritize your sectors of interest during the application process.
The Intern Program Dates for 2026 are June 8th, 2026 - August 7th, 2026. During the application process you will be asked to verify that you can accommodate these dates.
Venue Sector: Designing environments for large arenas, stadiums, airports, and multi-space venues to enhance performance, amenities, and comfort. Practices within this sector include Aviation, Convention Center, Entertainment, Fitness, and Sports.
Retail Sector: Working on projects for top retailers, our Retail Sector experts create sustainable engineering solutions to enhance the consumer experience. Practices within this sector include General Merch, Luxury, Restaurant, and Specialty.
Health Sector: With a focus on healthcare facilities, campuses, and projects, our Health Sector experts design for patient safety, privacy, and consumer convenience. Practices within this sector include Behavioral Health, Infrastructure, Hospital, Medtail, Medical Office Building, and Senior Living.
Grocery & Distribution Sector: Designing grocery stores, food markets, and convenience stores with a focus on customer experience. Practices within this sector include Cold Storage, Convenience Store, Distribution Center, and Grocery Store.
Community Sector: Building spaces where communities can gather, connect, and be inspired. Practices within this sector include Civic, Culture, Higher Education, K-12 Education, Recreation, and Science & Technology.
Business Sector: Adapting to the ever-changing landscape of work, play, and shopping environments. Practices within this sector include Core & Shell, Mission Critical, Mixed Use, Warehouse, and Workplace.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Design
Performs basic calculations and designs engineering systems under the direct supervision of experienced engineers or designers.
Asks questions when performing unfamiliar tasks.
Prepares system layouts, detailed drawings, and schematics.
Contributes to the preparation or modification of reports, plans, and designs for projects.
Organizes and files project materials and references.
Assists in the selection of bas
About the Company
Henderson Engineers is a national building systems design firm with a wide array of engineering services and a portfolio representing a full range of markets including business, community, retail, healthcare, and venue. Founded in 1970, we have more than 900 employees and licenses in all 50 states (plus the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and British Columbia). Through our offices in Bentonville, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Nashville, New York, Philadelphia, Phoenix, and ...
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