About the role#
As a Bridge and Structures Intern at Benesch, you will work alongside engineering professionals to deliver solutions for transportation projects. This role focuses on gaining hands-on experience by contributing to design, analysis, and field tasks while learning directly from experienced engineers. You will support conventional and complex bridge and structure design, load ratings, and bridge inspections.
What you'll do#
- Support conventional and complex bridge and structure design.
- Perform load ratings and bridge inspections.
- Contribute to design, analysis, and field tasks.
- Learn directly from experienced engineers.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university with a focus on structures.
- A master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural focus is preferred.
- A strong interest in bridge and structural engineering.
- Excellent analytical, technical, and communication skills.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Familiarity with AASHTO and MDOT design and construction standards is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: East Lansing, Michigan.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
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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