Structural Engineering Summer Intern

Job description

Amentum, Inc., a global engineering services company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, will offer a Civil/Structural Engineering internship opportunity. The opportunity will commence in the summer term of 2027 and will be awarded to an outstanding student who is majoring in civil or structural engineering and has an interest in structural engineering as a career. The student selected as the Amentum Scholar will work at Amentum’s Tullahoma, Tennessee office. The student will work under the supervision of a technical manager and mentor in the Structural Design group – a group that performs engineering design of complex testing equipment and facilities for the automotive and aerospace industries. Intern students will work 40-hour work weeks for approximately 10 weeks during the months of June, July, and August (negotiable). Students will work on project teams under the direction of a manager and with the assistance of a mentor, are required to attend planned activities, and must make an end-of-assignment presentation to other co-ops and Amentum’s staff. Temporary or permanent housing is not provided for this summer internship. Each candidate will need to acquire housing prior to their start date. Job Duties: Perform a variety of routine engineering tasks under the direction of experienced engineers to provide experience and familiarization with engineering methods, practices, and programs Perform limited portions of larger more complex engineering tasks under the direction of an experienced engineer Prepare computations, specifications, and reports of limited scope and complexity Apply design loading to structures utilizing applicable building codes and design codes Design and analyze structures to meet project specific and code requirements May coordinate the work of drafters in the development of 3D models and 2D drawing packages May review subcontractor submittals and shop drawings and provide limited support during construction at project sites May coordinate and interface with clients and other disciplines – including design, presentations, design reviews, and training at the Amentum office, client office, or project site May assist with project planning, budgeting, and cost estimating A combination of structural steel and concrete design is anticipated Eligibility: We are looking for a creative individual with a basic understanding of structural analysis and design, steel and concrete design, computer applications, statics, and strength of materials. To be considered for an Amentum internship position, students must meet the following criteria: Required Qualifications: Degree Program: BSCE or MSCE Cumulative GPA: 3.0 or higher Current status: Rising junior or above (Must have completed at least 2 years in an accredited civil engineering program) Area of Study: Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering Coursework: Statics, Strengths of Materials Outside activities: Involvement in at least one extra-curricular activity Other: Must have the right to work permanently in the United States (US Citizen) Good verbal and written communication skills Must be team-oriented Good problem-solving skills Highly self-motivated Willing to take initiative and work with minimum supervision Desired Qualifications: Cumulative GPA: 3.5 or higher Coursework: Steel design, concrete design, structural analysis, computer applications, Experience: 3D CAD, Finite Element Analysis, ANSYS, STAAD, RISA-3D, etc… Past internship experience is a plus Outside activities: Involvement in multiple extra-curricular activities – preferably to include participation on an engineering competition team Other: Student should have an interest in specializing in structural engineering upon graduation Essential Functions Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position · Must be able to sit at a desk for long periods of time (90%) · Must be able to work at a computer for long periods of time (90%) · Occasional site visits and travel may require lifting, climbing, crawling in an outdoor environment (10%) · Special clothing/equipment and other PPE may be required during site visits (10%) Must be able to lift 50 lbs Description of Work Environment · Work will mainly be performed in an inside office environment (90%) · Field work may be required including outside work (10%) · Travel may be required to perform field work at project sites or to attend customer meetings (10%) Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks · Office equipment (Computers, fax, telephones, copiers etc.) 90 % · During travel to project sites handheld equipment such as tape measures, cameras, etc (10%) Criticality of Attendance · Regular onsite attendance is mandatory Monday thru Friday 7:30 am to 5:15 pm (100%) · Occasional overtime may be required to meet demanding project schedules (20%) Other Essential Functions Must take and pass a pre-employment drug and background test. Compensation Details: $36,000 - $50,639.94 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting: 09/03/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters .