Structural Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

VHB • Orlando, FL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

VHB is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern to join its Orlando, Florida team during Summer 2027. The intern will work alongside team members to support projects of varying sizes and complexity, apply classroom knowledge to real-world projects, strengthen technical and professional skills, and learn how multidisciplinary teams develop solutions for the built environment. This is a hybrid position, and the selected candidate must be able to work on-site in VHB’s Orlando office.

The hourly pay range is $19 to $30. The actual rate will depend on job-related factors, including location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted range reflects base pay only. Eligible employees may participate in the VHB 401(k) plan and access medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs. Student housing and relocation assistance are not available. Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available now or in the future.

Requirements

• Be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related studies.
• Have an interest in transportation engineering, structural design, or a related field.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Be able to manage multiple tasks independently and interact positively and appropriately with teammates.
• Be willing to support different engineering disciplines.
• Be self-motivated and attentive to detail.
• Have good time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• MicroStation experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interact effectively with VHB staff to advance projects in a timely manner.
• Assist with engineering calculations, analysis, and report preparation.
• Assist with conceptual, preliminary, and final construction plans.
• Assist with bridge scoping studies and alternatives analysis.
• Perform quantity take-offs and calculations for construction estimates.
• Conduct field investigations and collect data for new and ongoing projects.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may participate in the VHB 401(k) plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Recognition programs.
• Flexible hybrid work environment.
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies.

What This Job Offers

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