Civil Engineering Intern — On-Site Summer 2027

X-energy; Gaithersburg, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

X-energy is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in Rockville, MD. This on-site, 10-week program supports engineering teams, contributing to design, analyses, and documentation under guided supervision.

You will assist with active projects in civil/structural areas, gather data, develop reports, and participate in design reviews. Applicants should be enrolled in or recently graduated in civil/structural/architectural engineering and be ready to learn in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in or recently completed a degree in civil/structural/architectural engineering from an accredited institution.
• Academic or hands-on knowledge in design areas such as site development, grading, roadway, survey, stormwater or soils; or steel/concrete/ composite design; or architectural design and BIM drafting.

Responsibilities

• Support active engineering projects and analyses related to the intern's area of study.
• Assist with day-to-day technical and operational needs of the team.
• Conduct research, collect data, and synthesize findings for design and analysis.
• Help develop reports, technical documents, and presentations for internal stakeholders.
• Organize and maintain project files, records, and documentation for traceability.

Skills

Design fundamentals

Structural analysis basics

CAD / BIM (2D/3D)

MS Office proficiency

Curiosity & collaboration

Education

Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering degree

Tools

ANSYS

LS-DYNA

ABAQUS

ADINA

OpenSees

Job description

X-energy is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in Rockville, MD. This on-site, 10-week program supports engineering teams, contributing to design, analyses, and documentation under guided supervision.

You will assist with active projects in civil/structural areas, gather data, develop reports, and participate in design reviews. Applicants should be enrolled in or recently graduated in civil/structural/architectural engineering and be ready to learn in a collaborative environment.