Civil Engineering Intern (Bridge) - Summer 2027

RS&H Talent Acquisition • Charlotte, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

RS&H is seeking a Summer 2027 Structural (Bridge) Engineering Intern for its Charlotte, North Carolina office. The intern will collaborate with and receive mentorship from engineering associates while assisting with conventional and design-build projects. These projects combine roadway design with technical standards to provide cost-effective solutions and meet client expectations. The role offers hands-on experience in the transportation engineering industry.

The intern will work with a multidisciplinary team on structural components for roadways, intersections, and interchanges, including bridges, retaining walls, culverts, and sign structures. They will also assist with preparing plans, designs, specifications, cost estimates, engineering reports, and studies, and perform and review design calculations.

Requirements

• Must be pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or another related specialization at an accredited ABET university.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including intermediate technical writing and communication skills.
• Basic CAD experience, such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.

Nice To Haves

• GPA of 2.5 or above.
• Experience modeling in 3D using Bentley OpenBridge.
• Experience or coursework related to the design of concrete or steel structures.
• Experience or exposure to South Carolina or North Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT/NCDOT) and/or tollway plan preparation and design standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to assist with the design of structural components for roadways, intersections, and interchanges, including bridges, retaining walls, culverts, and sign structures.
• Prepare plans, designs, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Gather and provide data for engineering reports and studies.
• Perform and review design calculations.

What This Job Offers

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