Engineering Intern

We Make Everything Around Us Better

At PRIME AE, that’s not a slogan, it’s how we work.

Every bridge, building, campus, park, and roadway we design exists to improve how people live, move, learn, and connect. Through architecture, engineering, planning, and consulting, we partner with clients to create thoughtful, practical solutions that leave communities stronger than we found them.

If you want your work to matter, and to be surrounded by smart, collaborative people who care about doing things the right way, you’ll feel at home here.\

Who We Are

PRIME AE Group, Inc. is a nationally ranked, full-service architecture and engineering firm with 24 offices across 10 states and a team of 500+ professionals. For nearly two decades, we’ve partnered with public and private sector clients across transportation, education, healthcare, municipal, federal, commercial, and recreational markets.

We’re growing, strategically and intentionally. That means expanding our capabilities, investing in our people, and building teams that are positioned for long-term success.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking an Engineering Interns to support projects across our Transportation, Land Development, and Architecture & Engineering business lines. This is a paid internship opportunity in one of our locations in Ohio, Kentucky, Florida, Virginia or Maryland.

What You’ll Do:

Interns at PRIME provide college students with an opportunity to gain real-world experience in their specific field of study. Interns work alongside world-class professionals in a fast-paced, professional setting, providing invaluable experience applying the knowledge and skills learned through education in a business environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Depending on your background and assignment, you may:

• Assist with roadway, bridge, and traffic design projects.
• Support land/site civil development including stormwater management, grading, water/wastewater systems, and permitting.
• Contribute to architectural and engineering projects involving municipal, federal, and private sector clients.
• Prepare calculations, reports, design documents, and construction details/specifications.
• Use computer-assisted engineering tools (AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D, OpenRoads, etc.) to support project design tasks.
• Collect, organize, and prepare data for engineering evaluation.
• Assist in construction observation, documentation, and compliance with specifications.
• Provide general project support including drafting, computations, and quality review/proofing.

What You’ll Bring:

• Students pursuing a BS degree from an ABET accredited engineering program.
• Eagerness to learn multidisciplinary engineering with exposure to transportation, land/site, and A&E projects.
• Knowledge of systems and software to include AutoCAD, ArcGIS, OpenRoads Designer (ORD), MicroStation, InRoads, KYPipe, SWMM, HEC-RAS, PCSWMM, EPANET, WaterCAD, and Microsoft Office preferred.
• Strong analytical, conceptual, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Why PRIME AE:

We don’t just offer internships; we provide meaningful experience.

At PRIME AE, interns work on real projects alongside experienced professionals, gaining exposure to the technical and creative aspects of the profession while building a foundation for future career growth.

What sets us apart:

• Hands-on Experience: Contribute to active projects across diverse markets.
• Mentorship: Work alongside experienced designers and technical professionals.
• Collaborative Culture: Integrated teams across disciplines.
• Career Pathways: Opportunities for future full-time employment.

Our Commitment