CAD Design Intern (Transportation) - Summer 206

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Indiana
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Job Description:

Parsons is now accepting applications for our Summer 2026 Transportation CAD Design Internship position in Indianapolis! In this program, you will expand your engineering technical skills and knowledge with direct mentorship and collaboration within a world-class team of Infrastructure design experts!

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Utilizing MicroStation to develop engineering drawings consisting of standard arrangements, layouts, details, isometrics, etc., from rough sketches and/or from general engineering and design information according to established standards and procedures

  • Working closely with other Designer/Detailers and Engineers to ensure a coordinated design

  • Applying standard design/detailing/drafting principles and theories to complete assignments

  • Utilizing technical manuals to ensure compliance with company policies and applicable state standards and codes (e.g., State-level Road Design Manuals and Standard Drawings)

  • Ensuring compliance with required design safety factors, tolerances, and specifications

  • Compiling data and performing dimensional and routine calculations required for the preparation of drawings

  • Making required changes, additions, and/or revisions as directed by your immediate supervisor

What Qualifications You Bring:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent is required

  • Pursuit of 2 year degree/certificate in drafting may be preferred

  • Experience in Microstation design/detailing/drafting is preferred

  • Ability to interpret and ensure conformance to applicable standards and guidelines, as well as company policies and procedures

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $18.94 - $33.17

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as 401K!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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