Drainage Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Parsons Corporation • Centreville, VA

92d • $21 - $38

About The Position

Parsons is now accepting applications for our Summer 2026 Drainage Engineering Internship position in Centreville, Virginia! 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. Imagine Next with Parsons and apply now—intern classes fill up fast!

Requirements

• 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 roadway and highway 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Developing creative and innovative solutions for complex roadway or highway 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.

Benefits

• 401K

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees