Structural Engineering Intern Summer 2027

Structural Engineering Internship, Summer 2027

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Job Description

Parsons is now accepting applications for our Summer 2027 Structural Internship program supporting our Columbia, SC team. You will build your engineering technical skills through direct mentorship and collaboration with a world-class team of infrastructure design experts.

As a top firm in civil engineering, you will gain valuable experience and exposure to major area and regional projects. Intern classes fill up fast, so apply early.

Responsibilities

• Develop professionally and connect with company leaders through the national intern program.
• Work as a bridge engineer on medium to large projects.
• Support engineering staff with structural analysis modeling.
• Assist in producing engineering calculations and drawings under the supervision of senior engineers.
• Support post-design construction activities by reviewing shop drawings, RFIs, and complex construction activities.
• Provide support for other engineering activities as required.

What Skills and Qualifications You Will Bring

• Enrollment in an engineering program focused on civil or structures at an accredited college or university, with at least two years of study completed.
• Civil Engineering students nearing the end of undergraduate studies, or students currently in graduate studies, are encouraged to apply.
• Prior related coursework such as structural analysis, steel or concrete design, or geotechnical engineering is preferred.
• A GPA of 3.0 or higher is desirable.
• Experience with structural engineering software such as Microstation or Open Bridge Designer, Excel, Bluebeam, MathCad, and structural analysis software (SAP2000, Larsa, MIDAS, or similar) is preferred.

Security Clearance

None.

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take pride in projects that improve communities and quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency.

We value our employees and want them to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer benefits such as a 401K.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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