Structural Engineering Intern - Hiring Event with AECOM - Arlington, VA
About The Position
AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Structural Engineering Intern for its transportation department in the Virginia Beach, Virginia office. The intern will assist with the design and inspection of highway structures. The position is expected to begin in Summer 2027 and follows a hybrid work schedule, including scheduled in-office work in Virginia Beach. AECOM internships provide undergraduate and graduate students hands-on experience in engineering, design, and infrastructure projects. Interns collaborate with experienced professionals, learn industry best practices, and develop technical and professional skills while contributing to projects that affect communities and the built environment. This role is associated with an invitation-only AECOM hiring event in Arlington on November 18–19, 2026. The event includes a Wednesday evening networking mixer and interviews at the Arlington office on Thursday. Relocation assistance and sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization are not available. Newly hired employees must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.
Requirements
- Be pursuing a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field and have completed at least one year of study.
- Candidates who have graduated with a bachelor's degree must plan to continue toward a master's degree and must have been enrolled in their bachelor's program in the most recent school term, with an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or a similar discipline after the internship.
- Be available to work on a scheduled basis in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
- U.S. employment authorization sponsorship is not available for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Completed coursework related to 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-related calculations.
- Perform quantity takeoffs and cost estimates.
- Review shop drawings.
- Assist with inspection of bridges, culverts, and tunnels.
- Prepare details for construction drawings using CAD software.
- Work under the supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Life insurance
- AD&D benefits
- Disability benefits
- Paid time off
- Leaves of absence
- Voluntary benefits
- Perks
- Flexible work options
- Well-being resources
- Employee assistance program
- Business travel insurance
- Service recognition awards
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Training and development programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
