Bridge Intern

About the role

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably—from designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports, and marine infrastructure. Your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities, and quality of life.

We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental specialists, strategic communications experts, economists, management consultants, and professionals across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility.

As an employee-owned company, HDR fosters a collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

Responsibilities

• Gain real-world experience by applying standard engineering techniques and procedures on a variety of projects, including bridge steel plate girders, prestressed concrete, segmental and cable structures, box culverts, and miscellaneous structure design for highway and railway projects.
• Work under the guidance and direct supervision of a senior-level Engineer to assist with the development of bridge and structure designs.
• Connect with recent college graduates and company leaders through mentoring and young professionals’ programs.
• Participate in field services for site visits and NBIS-level inspection activities.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years completed toward an engineering degree with a 3.0+ GPA.
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to the field of study/industry.
• Self-starter with excellent writing, comprehension, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Preference given to local candidates.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture.

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Schedule

Full-time, temporary position.

Primary Location: United States-Missouri-St. Louis