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Structural Engineering Internship - Summer 2027
Walker Consultants INC · 🇺🇸 Rockville, MD
Sponsorship verdict
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One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 12 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest May 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 4 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 12 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest May 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 4 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
How This Role Will Shape Your Success Walker Consultants is excited to offer a Structural Engineering Internship in our Washington, DC office. In this role, you'll support talented engineers working on structural design, restoration, forensic investigations, and building envelope projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. This internship provides an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world projects while developing technical, analytical, and professional skills. You'll work alongside experienced engineers on projects ranging from parking structures and commercial buildings to historic facilities and complex restoration efforts. What You'll Do • Learn how engineering, architecture, and construction come together to deliver successful projects. • Assist with structural analysis, calculations, and design tasks for new and existing structures. • Participate in field investigations, site visits, and condition assessments of buildings and parking facilities. • Support the preparation of engineering reports, drawings, specifications, and construction documents. • Collect project-related data including field measurements, codes, standards, and other technical information. • Observe construction activities and assist with construction administration and documentation. • Assist in reviewing shop drawings, submittals, and contractor requests for information. • Gain exposure to restoration, forensic engineering, and building envelope consulting projects. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while contributing to projects that serve communities throughout the region. • Perform other duties as assigned. What You'll Bring Education Requirements • Junior or Senior standing pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or currently enrolled in a Master's program. Preferred Skills • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. • Interest in structural restoration, forensic investigations, and existing-building evaluation. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office. • Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or structural engineering software is a plus. • Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn.