Structural Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

HDR; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR in Arlington, VA is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern to contribute to complex building projects under the guidance of senior engineers. You will gain hands-on experience in analysis, modeling, and documentation while collaborating with architects and other engineers in a multidisciplinary team.

This internship emphasizes learning, mentorship, and active participation in HDR's employee-owned culture, with exposure to high-performance building design and international project

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Attention to detail with strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Active participant in employee-owned culture and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Learn how structural engineering contributes to the success of complex, interdisciplinary projects.
• Gain hand-on structural engineering experience working on exciting projects at local and global scale.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other professionals in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
• Perform assignments under the guidance and supervision of experienced engineers.
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures and support project teams with analysis, modeling, and design documentation.
• Connect with peers and leaders through mentoring and young professional development programs.

Skills

Structural analysis

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Team collaboration

Education

GPA 3.0+

Structural analysis coursework

Concrete/steel/wood design coursework

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

SAFE

RISA

Revit Structure

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Within our Structural Group in Arlington, VA (Washington DC metro area), we specialize in bringing ambitious architectural visions to life and engineering the complex facilities that support our communities. From landmark civic and cultural buildings to advanced research, healthcare, transportation, and federal facilities, our team works at the intersection of design and technology. We thrive on solving intricate engineering challenges in collaboration with world-class architects and multidisciplinary teams, shaping structures that are both innovative and enduring.

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We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it's about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

Every role within HDR makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. In Arlington, you'll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary studio that is deeply connected to the region's architecture and infrastructure projects.

Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible—not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Structural Engineering Intern, we'll count on you to:

• Learn how structural engineering contributes to the success of complex, interdisciplinary projects
• Gain hand-on structural engineering experience working on exciting projects at both the local and global scale
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other professionals in a dynamic, team-oriented environment
• Perform assignments under the guidance and supervision of experienced engineers
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures and support project teams with analysis, modeling, and design documentation
• Connect with peers and leaders through mentoring and young professional development programs.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
• Completion of (or current enrollment in) coursework covering structural analysis and the design of concrete, steel, masonry, and wood structures
• Familiarity with structural analysis and design software such as ETABS, SAP2000, SAFE, RISA, or Revit Structure
• Strong interest in architectural design, high-performance buildings, and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
• Attention to detail possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Arlington, VA: $21 - $25. Primary Location:United States-Virginia-Arlington Industry:Building Engineering Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Temporary BusinessClass:Building Structural Job Posting:Sep 21, 2026

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