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Bridge Engineering Intern

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Company Description

At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 65 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration.

With over 1,500 professionals across 36 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com.

Job Description

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 Bachelor’s or Master’s 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 Master’s 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 student’s 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 participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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.

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