Bridge Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Parsons; Centreville (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Job summary

Parsons is offering a Summer 2027 Bridge Internship in Centreville, Virginia. You will enhance your engineering skills through mentorship with a world-class infrastructure design team and work on major regional bridge projects.

Requirements include coursework in transportation or structural engineering and enrollment in Civil/Structural Engineering, with a desire to work on multiple projects and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools and CAD software (MicroStation preferred).
• Understanding of industry standards and engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative bridge engineering solutions and select efficient methods.
• Ensure designs comply with Federal, State, and local requirements.
• Prepare specifications, estimates, data sheets, and technical reports.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Structural Eng

EIT certification

Tools

MicroStation

MS Office

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is now accepting applications for our Summer 2027 Bridge Internship program with our Centreville, Virginia team!In this program, you will enhance your engineering technical skills and knowledge through direct mentorship and collaboration with a world-class team of infrastructure design experts.

As a leading firm in the civil engineering industry, this internship offers you invaluable experience and exposure to major regional projects.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Developing creative and innovative solutions for complex bridge engineering challenges, selecting the most efficient and cost-effective methods to achieve objectives.
• Ensuring designs comply with Federal, State, and local agency requirements, as well as accepted industry practices and procedures.
• Preparing specifications, estimates, quantity calculations, technical reports, and detailed engineering analyses.
• Reviewing supplier drawing submittals and conducting technical bid analyses.
• Preparing and issuing specifications, data sheets, and other construction documents.
• Contributing as part of a project or organizational team, or serving as a design engineer for intermediate to large-scale projects.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Completion of prior coursework in transportation or structural engineering.
• Enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Civil or Structural Engineering or a related field.
• Interest in and ability to work on multiple bridge or roadway projects simultaneously.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools, CAD software (MicroStation preferred), and a solid understanding of industry standards and applicable engineering software.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Prior internship experience.

Security Clearance Requirement:

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 our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people's quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers' visions- and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $22.93 - $40.14

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as 401K!

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.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars!