Engineering Intern – Summer 2026 at Vaa Llc in Minneapolis, MN | USD20-22 | Kablio

Role

Description

calculations

engineering software

construction docs

drawings

mentorship

networking

Mentorship - ask questions and get guidance from senior level professionals who love to share their experiences and ideas

Perform basic calculations using engineering software

Participate in required company and department meetings

Incorporate your academic knowledge into hands-on work

Assist with the preparation of high-quality construction documentation including drawings and specifications under the supervision of experienced engineers

Networking with VAA employees and other interns

Mentorship - ask questions and get guidance from senior level professionals who love to share their experiences and ideas
Perform basic calculations using engineering software
Participate in required company and department meetings
Incorporate your academic knowledge into hands-on work
Assist with the preparation of high-quality construction documentation including drawings and specifications under the supervision of experienced engineers
Networking with VAA employees and other interns

Requirements

industry tools

engineering degree

Exposure to industry tools and technology

Exposure to industry tools and technology
2 years completed towards a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited school

Benefits

End of Year presentations and celebration!

Hourly Range: $20.00 - $22.00

Potential for full-time position after graduation

Gain exposure to other engineering disciplines.

Lunch and Learns - topics include communication, presentation skills, personal branding, and other relevant non-technical skills

End of Year presentations and celebration!
Potential for full-time position after graduation
Gain exposure to other engineering disciplines.
Lunch and Learns - topics include communication, presentation skills, personal branding, and other relevant non-technical skills

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 1978

Year Established

The company began as a small industrial engineering firm and has since grown into a multidisciplinary design firm.

10 Disciplines

Technical Expertise Offered

The firm combines expertise across structural, mechanical, electrical, civil, process, and rail engineering, among others.

Headquartered in Minneapolis with regional offices in Sioux Falls and New Orleans, the firm operates across North America and abroad.
While rooted in agribusiness projects like grain, seed and fertilizer facilities, they’ve grown into broader sectors such as food processing, biofuels and bulk handling terminals.
Their integrated project management model weaves planning, architecture and engineering into unified execution from concept to commissioning.
Typical projects include soybean processing plants, crude‑oil transload facilities, port and river terminal designs, and industrial buildings.
They leverage niche capabilities—dust hazard analysis, general arrangement, life‑safety code compliance—that set them apart in complex heavy‑industry environments.
VAA’s story is one of partnerships: building long‑term client relationships by understanding daily operations and tailoring flexible, future‑ready designs.
Their geographic expansion—like the New Orleans office—reflects a strategic alignment with growth corridors (e.g. Lower Mississippi, Gulf industrial markets).
Under steady private ownership, the firm delivers mid‑sized firm agility with deep technical breadth, often tackling high‑complexity industrial and infrastructure projects.

Culture + Values

We are committed to excellence and value collaboration.
Integrity is at the core of everything we do.
We prioritize innovative solutions and continuous improvement.
We foster a culture of trust and respect.
We are customer-centric and focused on delivering high-quality results.

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2030

Emission Target

Striving for zero emissions by the year 2030.

Committed to reducing its environmental footprint.
Promotes sustainable practices within operations and projects.
Continuously evaluates its environmental impact and strives for improvements.

Inclusion & Diversity

Promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Has specific goals for gender balance in leadership roles.
Initiatives are ongoing to increase diverse talent within the company.
Data on gender diversity is regularly reviewed to track progress and success.

Articles

About Us

Careers

Projects

Role

Description

calculations

engineering software

construction docs

drawings

mentorship

networking

Mentorship - ask questions and get guidance from senior level professionals who love to share their experiences and ideas

Perform basic calculations using engineering software

Participate in required company and department meetings

Incorporate your academic knowledge into hands-on work

Assist with the preparation of high-quality construction documentation including drawings and specifications under the supervision of experienced engineers

Networking with VAA employees and other interns

Mentorship - ask questions and get guidance from senior level professionals who love to share their experiences and ideas
Perform basic calculations using engineering software
Participate in required company and department meetings
Incorporate your academic knowledge into hands-on work
Assist with the preparation of high-quality construction documentation including drawings and specifications under the supervision of experienced engineers
Networking with VAA employees and other interns

Requirements

industry tools

engineering degree

Exposure to industry tools and technology

Exposure to industry tools and technology
2 years completed towards a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited school

Benefits

End of Year presentations and celebration!

Hourly Range: $20.00 - $22.00

Potential for full-time position after graduation

Gain exposure to other engineering disciplines.

Lunch and Learns - topics include communication, presentation skills, personal branding, and other relevant non-technical skills

End of Year presentations and celebration!
Potential for full-time position after graduation
Gain exposure to other engineering disciplines.
Lunch and Learns - topics include communication, presentation skills, personal branding, and other relevant non-technical skills

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 1978

Year Established

The company began as a small industrial engineering firm and has since grown into a multidisciplinary design firm.

10 Disciplines

Technical Expertise Offered

The firm combines expertise across structural, mechanical, electrical, civil, process, and rail engineering, among others.

Headquartered in Minneapolis with regional offices in Sioux Falls and New Orleans, the firm operates across North America and abroad.
While rooted in agribusiness projects like grain, seed and fertilizer facilities, they’ve grown into broader sectors such as food processing, biofuels and bulk handling terminals.
Their integrated project management model weaves planning, architecture and engineering into unified execution from concept to commissioning.
Typical projects include soybean processing plants, crude‑oil transload facilities, port and river terminal designs, and industrial buildings.
They leverage niche capabilities—dust hazard analysis, general arrangement, life‑safety code compliance—that set them apart in complex heavy‑industry environments.
VAA’s story is one of partnerships: building long‑term client relationships by understanding daily operations and tailoring flexible, future‑ready designs.
Their geographic expansion—like the New Orleans office—reflects a strategic alignment with growth corridors (e.g. Lower Mississippi, Gulf industrial markets).
Under steady private ownership, the firm delivers mid‑sized firm agility with deep technical breadth, often tackling high‑complexity industrial and infrastructure projects.

Culture + Values

We are committed to excellence and value collaboration.
Integrity is at the core of everything we do.
We prioritize innovative solutions and continuous improvement.
We foster a culture of trust and respect.
We are customer-centric and focused on delivering high-quality results.

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2030

Emission Target

Striving for zero emissions by the year 2030.

Committed to reducing its environmental footprint.
Promotes sustainable practices within operations and projects.
Continuously evaluates its environmental impact and strives for improvements.

Inclusion & Diversity

Promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Has specific goals for gender balance in leadership roles.
Initiatives are ongoing to increase diverse talent within the company.
Data on gender diversity is regularly reviewed to track progress and success.

Articles

About Us

Careers

Projects