Structural Engineering Intern Summer 2026

Washington, AR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Burns

Burns is a nationally respected provider of specialized engineering services bringing highly technical sought-after engineering expertise to complex transportation and critical infrastructure projects.

Railroad and Transit Team

For more than 50 years we have helped owners deliver power systems that maximize resiliency cost savings and sustainability. Ranked a Top Workplace and ENR Top 500 Design Firm we employ both technical and advisory expertise to help achieve sustainable lifecycle solutions. Our team is personally invested in helping our clients achieve their goals successfully guiding them through the challenges of multifaceted projects using our no-surprises Burns Unique Client Experience.

We are currently seeking a Structural EngineeringInternto join our office in Washington DCfor Summer 2026.

Position Summary:

Assists the senior engineering staff in the execution of the technical activities required on assigned projects and learns the discipline technical policies and procedures. Under supervision participates in technical studies investigations and designs on assigned projects. Assists the project team in the production of projects on time within budget and of high technical quality.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Learns company technical policies procedures and standards during the execution of projects for clients.
Under supervision assists in the execution of design processes on assigned projects and requests assistance from senior technical staff when needed.
Assists the design team in the coordination of project designs with other disciplines.
Observes and learns the execution of specific engineering studies and design analyses.
Accompanies senior technical staff in performing on-site inspections during construction and learns how to communicate design requirements with contractors and equipment suppliers.
Actively participates in professional organizations where the technical reputation and image of the firm may be enhanced.

Key Requirements:

A demonstrated ability to learn the basics within his or her discipline and grow within the firm
Course work in a four-year undergraduate program with a focus in a related field (Structural Engineering Civil Engineering etc.)
0-2 years internship experience preferred

Why Join The Burns Team

Recently voted a Top Workplace by we credit our strength as an organization to our talented driven vibrant team. Burns is an ENR Top 500 Firm and has been named a MEP Giant by Consulting-Specifying Engineer Magazine as well as a Hot Firm by Zweig. We are industry experts proven leaders innovative thinkers and team players. We put our clients successes and best interests first because their success is our success. We have fun at work because we love making a difference in the world. We are looking for high-energy bright collaborative individuals who want the opportunity to write their own story with us.

Applying To Burns

As a member of our team you will enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package. Interested qualified candidates must apply on the Burns career site at to be considered for a specific opportunity. Individuals needing assistance to apply for an open opportunity should contact the Human Resources Department at

Required Experience:

Intern

About BurnsBurns is a nationally respected provider of specialized engineering services bringing highly technical sought-after engineering expertise to complex transportation and critical infrastructure projects.Railroad and Transit TeamFor more than 50 years we have helped owners deliver power syst...