Bridge Design & Structural Engineering Internship
About the role
Benesch is a growing, multi‑disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm that enhances infrastructure and communities across the country. Work alongside Benesch’s Bridge and Structural Engineering Professionals dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to transportation challenges. As a Bridge & Structures Intern, you will support conventional and complex bridge and structure design, load ratings, and bridge inspections. You will gain hands‑on experience contributing to design, analysis, and field tasks while learning directly from experienced engineers. This internship is based in the Milwaukee, WI office, with opportunities to collaborate on active projects and receive mentorship from Project Engineers and Project Managers.
Responsibilities
- Support conventional and complex bridge and structure design
- Perform load ratings and bridge inspections
- Contribute to design, analysis, and field tasks
- Collaborate on active projects
- Receive mentorship from Project Engineers and Project Managers
Qualifications
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited university, focusing on structures
- Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural focus (or plans to obtain within 2 years) preferred
Requirements
- Strong interest in bridge and structural engineering
- Familiarity with AASHTO, IDOT, and ISTHA design and construction standards preferred
Skills
- Excellent analytical, technical, and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills
Benefits
- Career growth with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
- Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit‑eligible employees
- Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
- Generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit‑eligible employees
- Support beyond work through mentorship, hands‑on experience, and