Parsons Corporation
Multinational technology‑driven engineering and infrastructure firm serving government and private sectors.
Civil Engineering Intern/Co-Op - Spring/Summer 2026
Support civil engineering design and field tasks on transportation and remediation projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Civil Engineering Co‑op/Intern position supports large‑scale transportation and remediation projects in Boston and surrounding regions for the Spring and Summer terms of 2026. Under the direction of a degreed engineer, the student will perform basic to moderately difficult engineering support tasks, including design drawings, specifications, calculations, and reports, to gain practical knowledge of civil‑engineering projects. • Assist with civil engineering tasks for transportation and remediation design projects. • Develop design drawings and write technical specifications. • Perform engineering calculations to support design projects. • Write design reports and technical memorandums. • Collaborate effectively with project teams. • Participate in field work such as sampling or construction oversight. • Apply behavior‑based safety tools to maintain incident‑free operations.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸design drawings
- ▸technical specs
- ▸engineering calculations
- ▸design reports
- ▸field work
- ▸safety tools
What You Bring
Interns are expected to work in a highly flexible, team‑oriented environment, demonstrating strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills. They will collaborate with project teams, may conduct field work such as sampling or construction oversight, and are required to apply behavior‑based safety tools to maintain incident‑free operations. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited engineering program, having completed at least two years of coursework in civil, structural, environmental, or geotechnical engineering. Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite and working knowledge of CAD and related design software are required; no security clearance is needed. • Be enrolled in an accredited engineering program (civil, structural, environmental, or geotechnical) with at least two years of coursework. • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and possess working knowledge of CAD software.
Requirements
- ▸engineering degree
- ▸microsoft office
- ▸cad
- ▸team player
- ▸communication
- ▸field work
Benefits
Parsons’ Critical Infrastructure team has more than 80 years of experience designing and delivering projects that improve community quality of life, promote economic growth, and enhance sustainability and resiliency. The position offers a salary range of $21.88–$38.27 per hour, a 401(k) plan, and a commitment to employee wellbeing and equal‑opportunity employment. • No security clearance required.
Work Environment
Field