Bridge Engineering Intern

As a Bridge Engineering Intern at KPFF you will work alongside experienced bridge engineers on transportation infrastructure projects. You will gain hands-on experience with bridge analysis design plan development and construction support while learning how technical decisions respond to site conditions agency requirements constructability and project goals.

Throughout the internship you will:

• Assist with analysis and design of bridge components and related transportation structures under the guidance of licensed professional engineers.
• Prepare and check engineering calculations design sketches quantities and supporting documentation.
• Support development of plans details and technical deliverables using structural analysis and computer-aided design software.
• Coordinate with engineers technicians and other disciplines to understand project constraints and develop practical solutions.
• Contribute to team discussions quality-control reviews and problem-solving efforts.
• Participate in our Weekly Intern Training Series and other mentoring opportunities.

Qualifications :

• Current enrollment in a Bachelors or Masters degree program in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Completed coursework in statics and mechanics of materials by the start of the internship.
• Completed at least two design courses (e.g. concrete steel wood or masonry) by the start of the internship.
• Basic understanding of structural engineering fundamentals including free-body diagrams and shear axial and moment diagrams.
• Interest in bridge engineering transportation structures and infrastructure design.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in undergraduate coursework.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong technical organizational and problem-solving abilities with the ability to work collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pursuing a Masters degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Previous internship research design-team or field experience related to civil or structural engineering.
• Interest in pursuing a career in bridge or transportation structural engineering.

Additional Information :

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Interns primarily work in a standard office setting with occasional travel to bridge and project sites.
• Field visits may involve walking standing kneeling climbing slopes or embankments and navigating uneven terrain.
• Must comply with all safety requirements in the office and on project sites.

Internship Duration

• The internship typically runs 10-12 weeks during the summer with full-time hours.
• Exact start and end dates may vary depending on the students availability.

Additional Information

Culture. At KPFF interns are valued as key contributors to our success. We cultivate a collaborative innovative and supportive work environment that empowers individuals to take ownership of their work. Interns experience a dynamic workplace where curiosity initiative and creativity are encouraged. Our team takes pride in mentoring interns and sharing professional insights to help shape the next generation of civil engineers.

How to Apply. Submit your application online including a cover letter resume and your current unofficial transcripts.

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KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed ethnicity national origin religion marital status sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity) pregnancy veteran status citizenship status physical or mental disability or any other protected basis.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time