Intern Engineering Designer, Rail +Transit

Global Infrastructure

Posted 8 days ago

Internship

Fairfax, Virginia

In Person

Smart Summary

The intern will assist engineering staff with project support tasks including quantity take-offs, computer modeling, and the production of engineering drawings and cost estimates. They will also participate in project monitoring, scheduling, and site visits under the supervision of senior engineers.

TYLin is seeking a Rail and Transit Engineering Designer Intern for the Summer of 2026. The role requires a current 3rd-year undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited Civil Engineering program, as well as proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with engineering software. Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills are essential.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Engineering design

Quantity take-offs

Project monitoring

Scheduling

Computer modeling

Engineering drawings

Cost estimates

Technical documentation

Bluebeam

OpenRoads

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Time management

Job Description

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job Summary

TYLin is looking for an intern to join our Fairfax office for the Summer of 2026. As a Rail and Transit Engineering Designer intern, you'll gain the opportunity to immerse yourself in diverse projects. As an intern you will assist engineers and engineering staff within a variety of project support roles. This internship is your chance to be part of a collaborative community where you can expand your knowledge and sharpen your skills through hands-on meaningful work.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

What You Will Do 

  • Become familiar with engineering plans and details 

  • Perform quantity take-offs 

  • Assist with project monitoring and scheduling 

  • Assist with computer modeling 

  • Assist with producing progress reports 

  • Collaborate with other engineers, drafters, and support staff 

  • Assist in production of engineering drawings, calculations, and cost estimates under close supervision of senior engineers 

  • Ability to apply the use of proper codes and standards in the production of engineering deliverables 

  • Attend site visits or inspections 

What You Bring to the Team  

  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to efficiently prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously 

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of producing clear documentation and interacting professionally with clients and colleagues 

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also able to effectively collaborate in a team environment 

  • Strong commitment to integrity, consistently demonstrating ethical, fair, and responsible behavior 

  • Commitment to innovation and continuous learning, with a passion for acquiring new skills and driving improvements 

Your Education and Experience 

  • Requires current 3rd year standing as an undergraduate, or a Graduate student standing, in an accredited Civil Engineering program. 

  • Experience with MS Word, Excel and engineering software 

  • Knowledge of Bluebeam, OpenRoads, AutoCAD, MicroStation 

Additional Information

At TYLin, we strive to create a supportive and enriching learning environment that empowers you to make an impact. If you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification listed. 

TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $20 - $30 hourly for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities. 

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements. 

TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.

Global Infrastructure

As a global engineering firm, we design infrastructure solutions that connect and elevate communities. That means enhancing conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. Connecting gridlocked populations with better means of mobility. Stewarding precious resources with more sustainable solutions. And solving our client’s unique challenges with innovative and technically advanced approaches.

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