Bridge Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

About the role

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 closely with multidisciplinary teams and leveraging advanced digital engineering tools to develop sustainable, resilient, and practical solutions for complex engineering challenges.

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.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate/Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer‑sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

Skills

• Structural analysis, concrete design, steel design; 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.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Curious mindset and 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 tools.
• Nice‑to‑have: Internship, co‑op, or undergraduate research experience related to structural or transportation engineering.
• Core attributes: passion for sustainable development, innovative mindset, growth mindset, adaptability.

Benefits

• Benefits that support health and wellbeing.
• Wide range of learning opportunities.
• Profit share as part of the reward package.
• Flexible working approach supporting diversity and wellbeing.

Pay

Houston hiring range: $22.00 to $43.50 per hour (base salary; benefits not included).