Civil Engineering Intern (Bridge) - Summer 2027
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 supporting conventional and design-build projects. The work combines roadway design with technical standards to help exceed client expectations and deliver cost-effective solutions, while providing 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. The role also involves preparing plans, designs, specifications, and cost estimates; gathering and providing data for engineering reports and studies; and performing and reviewing design calculations. RS&H provides integrated architecture, engineering, and consulting services for facility and infrastructure projects. The company describes a tradition of excellence dating to 1941 and identifies integrity, quality service, business success, and valuing associates as its core values. It is an equal opportunity employer.
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-level 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
