Structural Engineer Intern
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Role Overview
AECOM is seeking a Structural Engineer Intern for its Arlington, Virginia office.
The internship provides hands-on skills, mentoring, and a broad learning experience that supports the transition from student to professional.
The position is expected to begin in May 2027.
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Internship Overview
AECOM is seeking a Structural Engineer Intern for its Arlington, Virginia office.
The internship provides hands-on skills, mentoring, and a broad learning experience that supports the transition from student to professional.
The position is expected to begin in May 2027.
Responsibilities
- Perform portions of structural assignments under the mentorship of an experienced structural engineer.
- Prepare designs and calculations for structural steel, reinforced concrete, and masonry.
- Apply standard engineering techniques to structural building systems using hand calculations and engineering software.
- Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to maintain design continuity.
- Support construction administration through shop drawing reviews and RFI response preparation.
Minimum Requirements
- Pursue a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering with a Structures concentration, or a related engineering field.
- Complete at least three years of study.
- Recent bachelor’s graduates may qualify if they were enrolled in the most recent term and plan to continue to a related master’s degree.
- US citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, or similar industry software.
- Familiarity with RAM Structural Systems, ETABS, Enercalc, or similar structural software.
- Strong time management, organization, prioritization, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Comfort working in a high-energy environment with frequent deadlines.
Workplace and Additional Information
- The position requires a hybrid schedule with scheduled in-office work in Arlington, Virginia.
- Relocation assistance and current or future US employment-authorization sponsorship are not available.
- New hires must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.
About AECOM
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering advisory, planning, design, engineering, program, and construction-management services.
AECOM supports projects in areas including water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings.
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