Roadway Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

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

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Best-in-class benefits

Job summary

Parsons is hiring Roadway Engineering Interns for Summer 2027 in the Columbia, SC office. This internship offers hands-on experience, direct mentorship, and collaboration with a world-class team of infrastructure design experts.

Enrollment in Civil Engineering studies is required, with two years of coursework completed and familiarity with federal/state/local standards. Proficiency in MS Office and CAD tools is expected, with EIT preferred.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's Civil Engineering program with ≥2 years completed.
• Courses in transportation, roadway, or structural engineering.
• Ability to manage multiple road projects concurrently.
• Proficiency in MS Office and CAD software (MicroStation and Geopak or ORD).
• Knowledge of industry standards and engineering software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative and innovative roadway/ civil engineering solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with federal, state and local requirements and standards.
• Prepare specifications, cost estimates, quantity calculations, and reports.
• Review supplier drawings and perform technical bid analyses.
• Assist in preparing data sheets and construction documents.
• Contribute to intermediate to large-scale projects as part of a team.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking ability

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Geopak

ORD

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 Roadway Engineering Interns in our Columbia, SC office for Summer 2027 ! This internship offers an exciting opportunity to enhance your technical skills and knowledge through hands‑on experience, direct mentorship, and collaboration with a world‑class team of infrastructure design experts.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Developing creative and innovative solutions for complex roadway and civil engineering challenges, selecting the most efficient and economical methods to achieve project objectives.




• Ensuring designs comply with Federal, State, and local agency requirements, as well as industry standards and best practices.




• Preparing specifications, cost estimates, quantity calculations, technical reports, and detailed engineering analyses.




• Reviewing supplier drawing submittals and performing technical bid analyses.




• Assisting in the preparation and issuance of specifications, data sheets, and other construction documents.




• Contributing to intermediate to large‑scale projects as part of a project team or as a design engineer.

What Required Qualifications You'll Bring:

• Enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Civil Engineering or a related field, with at least two years of coursework completed.




• Prior coursework in transportation, roadway, or structural engineering.




• Strong interest and ability to work on multiple road and highway projects simultaneously.




• Proficiency in MS Office tools and fundamental knowledge of CAD software (MicroStation and Geopak or ORD preferred).




• Familiarity with industry standards and applicable engineering software.




• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

What Preferred Qualifications You'll Bring:

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.




• Prior internship experience in civil or roadway engineering.

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.

About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology‑based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug‑free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

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