About the role#
Benesch is offering a civil engineering internship focused on railroad track design. You will work on railway and transit infrastructure projects alongside experienced engineers. This role provides hands-on experience in design, project execution, and technical development. You will work under the direction of a Project Manager while gaining exposure to real-world transportation solutions.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the design and development of railway and transit infrastructure.
- Conduct engineering calculations for railway system design and analysis.
- Support the design of system layouts while coordinating with various disciplines.
- Develop task deliverables that are clear, thorough, and reviewable.
- Ensure your tasks are completed on schedule and within the assigned budget.
- Work independently on assigned elements or projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a BS program for Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related curriculum.
- Experience developing plans and specifications using MicroStation.
- Ability to perform complex analysis and design.
- Skill in assembling complete design packages for projects.
- Strong organization and leadership habits.
- A track record of adhering to design budgets and schedules.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
- The role follows a hybrid work schedule.
- Available locations include Milwaukee, WI; Naperville, IL; Omaha, NE; Charlotte, NC; and Raleigh, NC.
About Benesch
Benesch is a civil engineering firm based in Chicago. It operates as a privately held company with between 1,001 and 5,000 employees. The firm works on infrastructure projects and supports local communities. Engineering News Record includes the firm in its list of the Top 500 Design Firms.
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