About the role#
We are looking for a Summer 2027 CDOT Bridge Repairs Intern to join our team in Chicago. You will support bridge projects throughout the city, assisting CDOT with emergency repair designs and on-call assignments. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week commitment for the summer.
What you'll do#
- Assist engineers with project plans, drawings, design, and analysis.
- Collect, input, verify, and manipulate project data.
- Prepare basic studies, design work, and inspection reports.
- Complete calculations, including cost estimates.
- Perform routine analysis and summarize findings.
- Participate in field visits to active bridge sites around Chicago.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor or Master of Science program in Civil Engineering at an ABET accredited university.
- Completion of at least 3 years of coursework.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Strong analytical, technical, and communication skills.
- Familiarity with AASHTO, IDOT, and ISHTA design and construction standards is preferred.
- A desire to pursue a career in public-sector transportation engineering.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Modality: Hybrid. You will work 4 days per week onsite at the CDOT office and 1 day remotely or at our Chicago office.
- Compensation: $20 to $26 per hour.
- Sponsorship: We do not provide sponsorship for this position.
About Michael Baker International
Michael Baker International provides engineering, consulting, and technology services for infrastructure and government projects. Founded in 1940, the firm operates across sectors like aviation, water, rail, and urban development. It maintains over 120 office locations and employs more than 6,000 people. The company is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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