Structural Intern - Summer 2027

VHB • Wethersfield, CT

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

VHB’s Wethersfield, Connecticut team is seeking a Structural Design Intern for Summer 2027. The intern will work within a dynamic, multidisciplinary team and gain exposure to projects of varied sizes and scopes. The position supports engineering analysis and calculations, preparation of reports and construction plans, structural and bridge studies, construction estimates, and field investigations. VHB does not provide housing for internships.

The hourly pay range for this Connecticut position is $19 to $30. The actual rate will be determined by job-related factors, including location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, and work schedule. The posted range reflects base pay only. Eligible employees may participate in VHB’s benefits program, including its 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs. VHB describes its work environment as collaborative, inclusive, technology-empowered, and flexible, with a hybrid work environment and opportunities for learning and development.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple tasks and interact appropriately and positively with teammates.
• Willingness to support different engineering disciplines.
• Self-motivation and attention to detail.
• Good time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Team orientation and strong capability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Interact effectively with VHB teammates 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 structure type studies, scoping studies, and alternatives analyses.
• Assist with bridge scoping studies and alternatives analysis.
• Perform quantity take-offs and calculations for construction estimates.
• Perform field investigations and data collection for new and ongoing projects.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may participate in the VHB 401(k) plan.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Recognition programs.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Flexible, hybrid work environment.

What This Job Offers

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