Bridge Engineering Intern

Mark Thomas • Walnut Creek, CA

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

Mark Thomas is hiring entry-level Bridge Engineering Interns in Walnut Creek! This 10‑week summer program gives current undergraduate and graduate students the chance to assist staff with entry-level tasks. Tasks will vary depending on the assignment and department. These tasks may include contributing to the preparation of plans, drawings, exhibits, estimates, reports, gathering data, and/or performing technical calculations. Work activities may also include routine field tasks. Summer interns can work up to 40 hours per week, and there’s an option to continue part-time (15–25 hours/week) during the school year, making this an excellent way to keep learning and growing while completing your studies.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a relevant field of study leading to a four year degree in civil engineering
• Possesses strong attention to detail
• Ability to work on multiple tasks
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time to maximize efficiency
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities
• Possesses a willingness to learn

Nice To Haves

• EIT certification preferred
• Prior relevant work experience is a big plus
• Familiar with MS Office, AutoCAD/Micro-Station experience preferred
• Familiar with SAP 2000, VBridge, VBent, WinABUD, XTRACT, or similar design programs preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides QA/QC support by following the appropriate procedures as outlined in the QA/QC Manual or as instructed by an engineer
• Provides support in reproduction of project materials such as exhibits, plan sheets, spreadsheets, drawings & details for meetings/submittals
• Participates in field activities and project visit sites to take measurements, collect data, takes photos or documents activities/observations
• References and understands design manuals, agency standards and procedures
• Demonstrates a dedication to the organization and industry through participation in training activities and actively seeks opportunities to contribute to the achievement of Mark Thomas goals
• Demonstrates a growing knowledge of current engineering software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation)

Benefits

• Mark Thomas offers student interns a fantastic, applied learning experience in civil engineering, a competitive hourly rate, paid sick time, budgeted time for training and career development, and flexible schedules with hybrid work environments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern