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Structural Engineering Intern (Ports) - Summer 2027

Jacobs

Location

Virginia Beach, VA

Type

Internship

Posted

10/15/2026

Compensation

$45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per hour

Undergraduate Internship
H-1B FY202698.3% approval+57% YoY
💎 Strong sponsor

Job description

The Structural Engineering Intern will join Jacobs' top-ranked Ports & Maritime team, working on a variety of ports and maritime projects globally. This role offers the opportunity to engage in the design, analysis, and delivery of projects that enhance waterfront communities and support the offshore wind industry. Interns will gain valuable field experience in infrastructure development while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team. This position is ideal for students pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structural Design.

Requirements

  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on Structural Design
  • Must be at least a rising Junior
  • Working knowledge of Revit or AutoCAD, and Bluebeam Revu
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office specifically Word and Excel
  • Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Learn and engage in the design of maritime structures from urban waterfront parks to ports supporting offshore wind farm developments.
  • Contribute to the preparation of design drawings, calculations, technical memorandums, technical specifications, and design reports.
  • Perform site visits and field inspections and support in the preparation of field reports.
  • Work collaboratively across various disciplines and markets within Jacobs to further develop knowledge.
  • Take part in Jacobs culture and assist in project delivery teams.

Benefits

  • Employees at Jacobs are often offered benefits designed around physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing, including health and safety programs, mental health support, retirement and financial planning resources, flexible time off and initiatives that support a strong culture of caring.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

55

FY2026

Approval rate

98.3%

FY2026

LCA certified

32

FY2026

Entry-level share

18.8%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+57%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-80%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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