Structural Engineering Intern - Hiring Event with AECOM - Arlington, VA

AECOM • Hunt Valley, MD

15h • $21 - $27 • Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Structural Engineering Intern for its Transportation department in the Hunt Valley, Maryland office. The intern will assist with the design and inspection of highway structures, including bridges, culverts, and tunnels. The position is expected to begin in Summer 2027 and follows a hybrid schedule that includes working in the Hunt Valley office on scheduled days. Interns gain hands-on experience in engineering, design, and infrastructure projects while collaborating with experienced professionals and developing technical and professional skills.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field and have completed at least two years of study.
• Graduates with a bachelor's degree may apply if they plan to continue to a master's degree, were enrolled in their bachelor's program in the most recent school term, and intend to pursue an advanced degree in the same or a similar discipline after the internship.

Nice To Haves

• Completed coursework in statics, strength of materials, introductory steel design, and introductory reinforced concrete design.
• Ability to follow procedures and pay attention to detail.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
• Proficiency developing calculations with software such as Excel or Mathcad.
• Interest in bridge design.

Responsibilities

• Apply standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to engineering assignments.
• Prepare engineering calculations.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and cost estimates.
• Review shop drawings.
• Assist with inspections of bridges, culverts, and tunnels.
• Prepare construction drawing details using CAD software.
• Work under the supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member.

Benefits

• Depending on employment status, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits.
• Depending on employment status, benefits may include paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, and an employee assistance program.
• Depending on employment status, benefits may include business travel insurance, service recognition awards, a retirement savings plan, and an employee stock purchase plan.
• Interns may have access to training and development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern