Structural Engineering Intern

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Job Description:

Structural Engineering Intern

Qatar

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Structural Engineering Intern to join our team! In this role, you will support Engineers and Designers in delivering coordinated designs and/or site supervision activities on multidisciplinary projects, gaining exposure to real-world engineering workflows, tools, standards, and construction practices.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Assisting Engineers with design layouts, basic calculations, and engineering drawings.
  • Helping prepare engineering deliverables, including plans, sections, diagrams, and simple reports under supervision.
  • Using CAD and other engineering software (as directed) to assist in preparing design documents and figures.
  • Collecting, organizing, and reviewing project data such as surveys, as-built records, site photos, vendor information, and technical specifications.
  • Updating drawings and documents based on redlines and markups from senior staff.
  • Supporting coordination between different disciplines by updating design and/or site information and tracking changes.
  • Assisting with technical documentation, presentations, and meeting materials, and following up on action items.
  • Learning and applying relevant standards, codes, and Parsons procedures as guided by senior staff.

What Required Skills You’ll Bring

  • Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (e.g., Civil, Structural) at an accredited institution in Qatar.
  • Fundamental understanding of core engineering principles relevant to your discipline.
  • Basic proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD similar) for 2D drafting and drawing updates.
  • Interest in structural design work.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings (plans, sections, and details).
  • Strong attention to detail, willingness to follow standards and procedures, and good written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team and eagerness to learn.

What Desired Skills You’ll Bring

  • Exposure to discipline-specific software (e.g., Midas Civil, SAP2000, STAAD, ETABS, Revit, or similar) through coursework or projects.
  • Familiarity with basic design workflows and documentation practices from academic or prior internship experience.
  • Experience using Adobe Acrobat for viewing and marking up drawings and documents.
  • Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines, with a proactive attitude and strong interest in a career in engineering and consulting.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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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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