Rail Vehicle Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

Location: US.CA.Los Angeles.801 S. Grand Avenue

Job Description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Rail Vehicle Engineering Intern – Summer 2027 to join our Los Angeles, CA office.

Your Role

Assist project teams with tasks related to rail vehicle procurement, refurbishment, and state of good repair, including helping produce meeting minutes, documentation and other coordination activities.

Support oversight activities including reviews of reports and deliverables by gathering data and preparing status reports to help monitor schedule, costs, and project progress.

Provide on-site support for project meetings and in-field quality inspection in client and supplier facilities.

Participate in technical and commercial activities such as specification reviews, design reviews, and inspections by taking notes, organizing materials, and developing knowledge about various rail vehicle systems.

Perform research and prepare reports, presentations, and other internal and external deliverables, including compiling information on the firm’s capabilities and services.

Contribute to proposal development by assisting with technical narratives, cost estimates, formatting documents, and creating supporting materials for bids and transit-related projects.

About You

EXPERIENCE

Although no prior professional experience is necessary, experience in transit, rail or transportation engineering is a plus

EDUCATION

Must have completed 60 hours towards a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related engineering degree from an ABET accredited program by the start of the internship (Summer 2027).

SPECIAL SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal skills, and demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

Knowledge of rail vehicles and/or demonstrated interest in rail and transit industry is a plus.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

As an Intern, you will participate in Explore, our intern development initiative, and will enjoy a host of benefits including:

Competitive salary Hands-on experience with industry leaders Support and mentorship from various professionals throughout the business Career and educational exploration opportunities such as Client Site Visits, Weekly Lunch & Learns, & various virtual and/or in-person activities

As an entry-level Full-Time employee, you will enjoy a robust rewards package including enrollment into Emerge, our new graduate experience, providing:

Opportunities to work on various projects of ranging size and scope

Support & structured mentorship from various professionals throughout the global AtkinsRéalis network

Formal business and soft-skills training on topics such as time management, resilience, emotional intelligence, feedback, and communication

Integration into a robust Emerging Professional Network

Additional learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program

Additional benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional Information

Expected compensation range is between $25 - $31 hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to start your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer. EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis’ Equal Opportunity Statement here.

Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRéalis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the following laws if applicable, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.  This position is not available for individuals living or working in New York City.

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