Architectural Engineering Internship - Summer 2027

Professional Engineering Consultants; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Professional Engineering Consultants is seeking an Engineering Intern to support design on multiple projects, perform standard engineering calculations, and prepare deliverables using BIM/CAD software. The role emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and adherence to design criteria.

Under supervision of a Project Engineer, you will draft and model designs, coordinate with staff, prepare construction documents, and help organize project information in accordance with corporate standards.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a BS degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited university.
• Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Student entering junior or senior year preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering design calculations by hand and computer software.
• Drafting/modeling of engineering design and coordination with design staff.
• Prepare construction documents and specifications in compliance with building codes/design criteria.
• Review project deliverables for compliance with design checklists and drafting standards.
• Organize project information and files according to corporate standard practices.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Work ethic

Education

BS in Engineering (pursuing)

Tools

CAD software

MS Office

Bluebeam

Job description

The Engineering Intern will be responsible for assisting with design on multiple projects, performing standard engineering calculations, and preparing design deliverables for a variety of projects. This position utilizes BIM/CAD software, hand calculations, and computer-based calculations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of a Project Engineer or Design Engineer, performs the following:
• Design calculations by hand and by computer software.
• Drafting/modeling of engineering design.
• Coordination with other design staff.
• Construction document and specification production in compliance with applicable building codes/design criteria.
• Reviews project deliverables for compliance with design checklists and drafting standards.
• Organize project information and files according to corporate standard practices and workflows.
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company's discretion.

Special Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Ability to workindependently and with others.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong work ethic.
• Experience with computer aided drafting and modeling using industry accepted software.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office and Bluebeam.

Education and Experience:

• Currently pursuing a BS degree in Engineering or a related field from an accredited university.
• Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher
• Student entering junior or senior year preferred

License and Certification:

• Successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering Exam preferred

PEC values a healthy work environment, and we focus on working efficiently and collaboratively to ensure quality and productive work as well as quality time away from the office. The work environment is business casual, friendly, respectful, and team oriented with daily peer interactions regarding work progress, client needs and project-specific technical issues. We strive to create an enjoyable work environment with support and opportunities for positive career growth. Much of the work will be conducted within an office setting with frequent sitting, reaching and manipulation of objects, tools and/or controls. The position requires mobility. Duties involved require moving materials that weigh up to 10 pounds on a regular basis and up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, mouse, calculator and similar machines. At times, bending, reaching, standing, and walking may be required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

PEC is an AA/EEO/Veteran/Disabled employer.