Bridge Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

About the role

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines, guiding, planning and designing the future of the built environment. The Bridges, Civil and Offshore Structures (BCOS) team in Houston delivers innovative solutions for transportation, energy, marine, and heavy civil infrastructure projects across North America and internationally. The team works on the planning, analysis, design, and assessment of bridges, transit structures, marine facilities, offshore structures, and other critical infrastructure, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and leveraging advanced digital engineering tools to develop sustainable, resilient, and practical solutions. Example projects include FlexNode and Sydney Opera House Concert Hall Renewal.

Responsibilities

• Support the structural analysis and design of bridges, transportation structures, and other civil infrastructure under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, drawings, and construction documents.
• Develop and utilize structural analysis models and digital engineering tools to support project delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on transportation, marine, energy, and infrastructure projects while participating in technical learning and professional development activities.

Requirements

Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer‑sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate / Bachelor's level (or equivalent) in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering.

Skills

• Structural analysis, concrete design, steel design.
• Structural analysis and mechanics; reinforced concrete and steel design fundamentals.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documents.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Basic CAD skills.
• Coursework in structural analysis.
• Strong technical writing and problem‑solving skills.
• Communication (written and verbal).
• Curious mindset.
• Technical excellence.
• Nice to have: FE Exam passed or EIT certification.
• Nice to have: Familiarity with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
• Nice to have: Exposure to bridge engineering and inspection.
• Nice to have: Experience with structural analysis software.
• Nice to have: Experience with Python, VBA, MATLAB or other automation tool.
• Nice to have: Internship, co‑op or undergraduate research experience related to structural or transportation engineering.

Benefits

• Competitive, fair and equitable pay.
• Benefits that support health and wellbeing.
• Wide range of learning opportunities.
• Profit share for permanent members.
• Flexible working arrangements supporting diversity and wellbeing.
• Arup is owned in trust on behalf of its members, giving freedom to set direction and choose work aligned with purpose.

Pay

Houston hiring range – good faith base salary: $22.00 to $43.50 per