Bridge Intern

BRIDGE PRACTICE

Michael Baker International has addressed bridge design, construction and preservation challenges with innovative and sustainable solutions.

Exemplifying its depth and versatility in the bridge space, Michael Baker International, ranked Number Seven by Engineering News-Record in its annual ranking of Bridge Design Firms in the United States, has partnered with clients on a full spectrum of bridge types-from conventional grade separations to major, complex river crossings, including trusses, arches, box girders and cable-stayed bridges.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking full-time Bridge Intern for Summer 2026 for our Bridge group in our Minneapolis, MN office.

The Intern students will work full-time during the summer, while gaining the necessary skills and experience to further their classroom education in a meaningful and productive way.

Interns will be expected to work in an office setting learning under the direction of civil engineering professionals.

The Intern students will assist with technical duties on a variety of design projects.

Responsibilities include:


* Prepare engineering related calculations and develop drawings and visual aids


* Draft details and make minor CAD revisions


* Work under supervision of a project manager or a senior level team member


* Assist with data collection, input, verification, and manipulation


* Assignments will include data gathering, moderate calculations and structural analysis for bridge design and load rating projects.


* Other tasks may include assisting in creating finite element models using structural analysis software and working with complex excel analysis spreadsheets.


* Administrative tasks may include filing, organizing paper and electronic project files, assisting with other meeting materials, and providing scheduling support as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS


* Enrolled as a full-time student pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related and in good academic standing at an ABET accredited university, college, or technical school with a minimum of two years completed coursework in student's field of study


* Minimum 3.0 overall GPA on a 4.0 scale


* Interest in pursuing a structural engineering position after graduation


* Proficiency with MS Office


* Experience with drafting software, FEM software, and structural engineering coursework preferred


* Technical skills for daily tasks include good analytical skills, strong technical writing ability, and excellent communication skills


* Must have strong organizational skills

COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $20 - $25 per hour.

This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.

Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

About us

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