Structural Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

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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 Structural Internship program supporting our Columbia, SC team! In this program, you will expand your engineering technical skills and knowledge with direct mentorship and collaboration within a world-class team of Infrastructure design experts!

 

As a top firm in the Civil Engineering space, you will gain invaluable experience and exposure to major area and regional projects. Imagine Next with Parsons & apply now -- intern classes fill up fast!

Responsibilities:

• Develop professionally and connect with our company leaders through our National intern program.
• Work in the capacity of bridge engineer on medium to large projects.
• Support engineering staff in performing structural analysis modelling.
• Assist in the production of engineering calculations and drawings under supervision of senior engineers.
• Support post-design construction activities by reviewing shop drawings, RFIs, or complex construction activities. 
• Provides support for other engineering activities as required.
   

What Skills & Qualifications You'll Bring: 

• Must be enrolled in an engineering curriculum with a focus on civil/structures at an accredited college or university and have completed at least two years of study
• Civil Engineering students nearing completion of undergraduate studies, or students currently enrolled in graduate studies are encouraged to apply.
• Prior related coursework such as structural analysis, steel or concrete design, geotechnical engineering, etc.is preferred
• GPA of 3.0 or higher is desirable 
• Experience with software packages related to structural engineering such as Microstation or Open Bridge Designer, Excel, Bluebeam, MathCad, and structural analysis software (SAP2000, Larsa, MIDAS, or similar) is preferred

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!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

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! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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