Bridge Engineering Internship - South Bend, IN

Overview

Join American Structurepoint and become part of a team that goes the extra mile for our clients and communities. We live by our values – respect, staff development, results and family. Our team is encouraged to explore new ideas and turn our clients' dreams into reality. With exceptional benefits, training, and mentorship, we pave the way for a rewarding career. American Structurepoint’s Bridge Group is seeking candidates for a summer internship program in South Bend, IN. As a Bridge intern, you’ll work with a diverse team of designers, engineers, and project managers on a variety of bridge projects, developing them from concept to final design.

Benefits

• Intern Day: A two‑day celebration with all interns from across our design centers
• Weekly Lunch & Learns: Learn about our different disciplines from real professionals
• Mentorship & Career Growth: Gain experience and build lasting professional connections
• Real Projects: Contribute to actual designs that impact your local community
• Future Opportunities: Stand out and return for another summer or full‑time post‑graduation
• Scholarships & Networking: Exclusive opportunities and connections within the industry

Responsibilities

• Support bridge design projects by assisting with hydraulic modeling, site assessments, and the development of engineering reports
• Assist the assigned project team with developing bridge scoping reports and hydraulic design for waterway structures
• Design key components of the bridge for the substructure and superstructure, including the riding surface
• Work with industry tools such as MicroStation/GEOPAK, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, OpenBridge, Merlin Dash, and QuickBridge to create 3D models and project deliverables
• Gain hands‑on experience across a range of project types, including bridge replacements and rehabilitations, urban and rural roadway improvements, and major interstate upgrades
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil, Environmental, Construction, or Structural Engineering, Land Surveying, or a related field with a focus on civil infrastructure
• Reliable transportation to and from the office or local project sites
• Self‑motivated and eager to learn, with a strong work ethic and openness to new experiences and challenges

American Structurepoint is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.