Transportation Intern - Bridge

About the Role

Our experienced, fast-paced Little Rock Bridge Team is seeking a civil engineering student for an internship. This intern will be mentored by our dynamic team and exposed to many aspects of bridge design, bridge rehabilitation and replacement, and inspection for a variety of projects.

Responsibilities

• Further develop skills learned in the classroom by participating in the design of steel and reinforced concrete structures
• Become familiar with AASHTO LRFD and other standards used in bridge design
• Be an active member in developing plans for all components of bridges (layouts, substructures, superstructures), typically in Bentley’s MicroStation
• Visit the site of a bridge being actively constructed to strengthen understanding of what is detailed in plans
• Read and interpret design codes, communicate effectively, and be willing to learn

Garver Launch Program

Elevate your summer experience with our immersive hands-on intern development program. With Garver, you will:

• Engage daily with fellow Garver Launch interns and industry professionals to build your network
• Participate in Garver's acclaimed wellness program, empowering you to prioritize your overall well-being
• Give back to your community through volunteer activities as part of our Garver Gives initiative
• Enhance your professional growth by collaborating with Garver's Learning and Development team, which offers tailored training and programs, including skills-based courses, designed to support your development

Requirements

• Must be pursuing a civil engineering degree from an ABET accredited program
• Strong interest in structural design
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong team player with commitment to becoming a key member of this highly productive design team

Preferred Skills

• Previous internship experience
• Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation
• Previous structural undergrad course related work

Work Environment

This is an in-office position; duties and responsibilities are generally performed in an office setting. Occasional travel to offsite locations to perform work and work-related tasks or to attend meetings may be required.

Benefits

• Company-paid professional memberships
• Company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities
• Highly competitive salary packages
• Attractive benefits
• Comprehensive wellness program

About Garver

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work for Legacy Status.