Structural Engineering Internship Summer 2026 (Rising Seniors only)

Progressive Design, Inc. is currently seeking Engineering Interns .

This is a paid position for the summer of 2026  that is located in Midlothian, VA- (Richmond, VA area) .   (There is no housing stipend for this position.)   We hire the best in Engineering & Design!  Hands-on experience, years of industry knowledge, continuous training, and commitment to excellence are some of the attributes that make Progressive Design’s professional staff the best at what we do.  The company has experienced consistent growth and on-going success from hiring the right people that focus on client success, embrace an entrepreneurial spirit and demonstrate the highest integrity.

Internship Requirements and Information :

• Current Juniors pursuing a Civil / Structural Engineering degree from an accredited undergraduate program Onsite Internship located in Midlothian, VA Internship will focus in job shadowing, client site visits and design engineering project work Interest in the heavy industrial field & consulting engineering Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD Strong communication and organizational skills Must be results oriented Must be a team player Must possess uncompromised commitment to quality Must be a US citizen, have a Valid Driver's License, pass a Drug Test & Background Check Company Overview : Progressive Design, Inc. (PDI) is a private, family-owned, Heavy Industrial Engineering & Design Consulting firm that provides valued engineering services.  Founded in 1986 by Robert Ranson, Progressive Design has grown to become one of the largest privately held multi-discipline engineering firms in central Virginia.
• In 2021, Robert’s daughter and Progressive Design President, Erica Burgess, acquired ownership and established Progressive Design as a Woman-Owned business.    Our team’s knowledge and hands-on experience can take projects from concept to startup.

As a full service, multi-discipline engineering consulting firm, we support manufacturing facilities and clients in many key areas including :