Structural Design Intern - Summer 2026

Parsons Corporation

The Role

Overview

Bridge design intern supporting civil engineering projects using CAD and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

  • spec development
  • quantity calc
  • tech reports
  • design compliance
  • bid analysis
  • construction docs

Tasks

-Providing specifications, estimations, quantity calculations, technical reports, and detailed engineering analyses -Assuring that the designs are in accordance with approved Federal, State and local agency requirements as well as following accepted industry practices and procedures -Reviewing supplier drawing submittals and performing technical bid analyses -Determining creative and innovative methods and solutions for complex bridge engineering problems and select the most efficient and economical manner to achieve objectives -Preparing and issuing specifications, data sheets, and other construction documents

Requirements

  • internship
  • cad
  • design software
  • civil engineering

What You Bring

-Former internship experience -Experience using CAD Software -Working knowledge of design software -Currently enrolled in a accredited university studying Civil Engineering (or related field)

The Company

About Parsons Corporation

-Over decades it expanded into oil, petrochemical, water and infrastructure projects across the US and globally. -It leverages digital tools such as AI platforms, utility data systems, and drone integration alongside traditional design and construction. -Parsons completed high‑profile projects like major bridge, tunnel, and transit works. -Specializing in transportation, energy, environmental remediation, urban development, industrial, and cybersecurity projects. -The firm has delivered hundreds of mega‑projects worldwide, including infrastructure in the Middle East and environmental cleanup contracts.

Sector Specialisms

National Security

Defense

Cybersecurity

Intelligence

Transportation

Environmental Remediation

Urban Development

Geospatial Solutions

Energy

Water/Wastewater

Construction

Infrastructure

Systems Integration

Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Design

Project Management

Information Technology

Maritime

Intermodal Transportation

Security Consulting

Crisis Management

Counter-Terrorism

Counter-Drug Support

Advanced Signal Processing