Structural Engineering Intern

Colliers Engineering & Design • Woodcliff Lake, NJ

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About The Position

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a highly motivated Structural Engineering Intern to join its Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey team for Summer 2027. The intern will work in the Bridges & Structures group within the Infrastructure Division on a range of bridge and civil structure projects, including new and rehabilitated highway, rail, and pedestrian bridges and culverts, retaining walls, and temporary structures for contractors. Under the supervision of senior engineers, the intern will prepare engineering analyses and computations, CAD drawings, technical reports, and cost estimates; collaborate with the Bridges team to meet project deliverables and deadlines; and apply classroom learning to practical engineering work. Occasional supervised field work may be required.

The internship also includes programming intended to support learning, collaboration, communication skills, and professional networking. Interns may work with other interns, learn about different areas of the business, participate in educational and networking opportunities, and share their learning through end-of-summer presentations. The role is based with the Woodcliff Lake, NJ team and is for Summer 2027.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related program.
• Interest in structural design.
• Reliable transportation to the office.
• Solid problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a high-paced environment.
• Strong computer literacy, including MS Office.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Nice To Haves

• Basic understanding of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Experience with structural analysis software such as LEAP, MIDAS, ETABS, SAP, or LARSA.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering analyses and computations, CAD drawings, technical reports, and cost estimates under the supervision of senior engineers.
• Work on projects involving new or rehabilitated highway, rail, and pedestrian bridges and culverts, retaining walls, and temporary structures for contractors.
• Collaborate as a member of the Bridges team to meet project deliverables and deadlines.
• Apply classroom lessons in practical, real-world engineering work.
• Perform occasional field work under the supervision of senior engineers or managers.
• Participate in internship programming, including opportunities to work with other interns, learn about other areas of the business, and develop communication skills and professional connections.

Benefits

• Safe, comfortable work environment.
• Potential for career advancement.
• Internship learning, networking, and training opportunities.
• Education reimbursement.
• Access to hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses through an in-house resource.
• Mentorship program.
• Wellness program.
• Women’s Organization.
• Philanthropic opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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