- Location
- QAT Doha (PIL Office), Qatar
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Internship
- Department
- Engineering
- Seniority
- Internship
- Source
- Workday
Description
At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.
Job Description:
Structural Engineering Intern
Qatar
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Structural Engineering Intern to join our team in Doha, Qatar! In this role, you will support Engineers and Designers in delivering coordinated structural designs on multidisciplinary projects, gaining exposure to real-world engineering workflows, tools, standards, and construction practices. You will work closely with experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams, contributing to design development and technical documentation within a professional consulting environment. Interns are encouraged not only to learn, but also to contribute to project outputs, engage with engineering teams, and develop their professional skills through mentorship, professional exposure on live projects, and networking opportunities.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Assisting Engineers with structural 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 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 structural engineering principles.
- Basic proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD or similar) for 2D drafting and drawing updates.
- Interest in structural design work and infrastructure/building projects.
- 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 and willingness to follow engineering standards and procedures.
- 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.
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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