Elyse Pollack

  • Structural Engineering Intern
  • Los Angeles, CA, USA
  • Apr 22, 2021
Full Time Paid Intern Civil Engineering (general) Construction Engineering Structural Engineering Transportation Engineering

Personal Summary

I am a senior studying structural engineering at the University of Southern California. I would love to stay in the Los Angeles area. I am a highly adept learner of new technologies and workflows. I am able to work in and lead diverse teams to accomplish key objectives. 

Work Experience

Summer Field/Office Engineering Intern
Jun 2019 - Aug 2019 Kiewit

Worked at the Van Nuys North Platform Project to rebuild the train station and train tracks. Performed calculations to determine how much backfill was needed, determined the weight of the concrete slab, designed the south staircase, and learned how to survey as part of my many tasks.

Structural Engineering Intern
May 2021 - Aug 2021 DCI Engineers

Conducted structural analysis and design work for multiple projects in the Los Angeles area. Tasks included reviewing submittals and RFIs and designing beams, columns, framing, shear walls, and stud walls.

Education

B.S., Structural Engineering
Aug 2018 - May 2022 University of Southern California
M.S., Structural Engineering
Aug 2021 - May 2023 University of Southern California