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Systems Design Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

vaaeng
Minneapolis, MN Intern
POSTED ON 9/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/11/2031

Systems Design Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

We are hiring two Systems Design Engineering Interns for Summer 2027.

Ready to Build Something Real?

Take what you're learning in the classroom and put it to work at VAA. As a Systems Design Engineering Intern, you won't spend your summer on the sidelines. You'll work alongside engineers and designers, contribute to real projects and see how big ideas become facilities that feed, fuel and power our world.

Come curious. Ask questions. Try new things. Let's get growing.

Your Role

Ever wonder how grain facilities, feed mills, processing plants and other industrial facilities actually work?

As a Systems Design Engineering Intern, you'll help develop layouts, models and designs that bring equipment, structures and operations together into one coordinated design – while getting a front-row look at how engineering projects go from an idea to the real world.

You'll have opportunities to:

  • Create and update facility layouts, drawings, plans and details
  • Assist with the design and coordination of process systems and equipment
  • Learn and use industry design software and 3D tools
  • Work alongside engineers and designers on real client projects
  • Collaborate with structural, mechanical, electrical and process teams
  • Join project meetings and get out of the office for site visits
  • Learn VAA design standards, project execution processes and quality procedures

Here's What Your Summer Could Look Like

  • Do real work. Apply what you're learning in school to actual projects.
  • Find your people. Connect with fellow interns and employees across VAA.
  • Learn from the pros. Get guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals.
  • Explore engineering. See how different disciplines work together - and discover what interests you most.
  • Get out there. Visit jobsites and see projects come to life.
  • Build more than technical skills. Lunch & Learns cover communication, presentation skills, personal branding and more.
  • Think beyond summer. Explore opportunities to return for another internship or start your full-time career at VAA after graduation.

What You Bring

  • Pursuing a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited school
  • Sophomores and juniors are encouraged to apply
  • An interest in design, industrial facilities and how things work
  • Curiosity, a positive attitude and a willingness to jump in and learn

Hourly Range: $21.00–$23.00

Get to Know VAA

VAA is an Engineering, Planning and Design firm that creates solutions for commercial and industrial facilities across the country. For nearly 50 years, our teams have worked together to tackle complex challenges and design the facilities and infrastructure that help feed, fuel and power our world.

Hear first-hand what it's like to work at VAA, the opportunities you'll find and the resources that support you - professionally and personally:

https://vaaeng.com/careers/#careers-video

Let's Get Growing™

Your career. Your talents. Your network.

Apply today!

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VAA is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Vets/Disability employer

Salary : $21 - $23

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