Geotechnical Intern

What We're Looking For:

Michael Baker International is seeking to hire a Summer 2026 Geotechnical Intern for our Hamilton, NJ office.

In this internship, you will work on complex bridge projects and develop innovative, practical solutions to various bridge design work for NJDOT, NJTA and other clients.

In this role you will perform design and analysis as well as other structural engineering tasks for bridge systems and components.

What You'll Do:


* Perform complex structural analysis and prepare design calculations using Midas, AASHTOWare Bridge Rating, STAAD, and other similar software tools.


* Develop structural details and construction plans using MicroStation or AutoCAD.


* Assist and check design calculations performed by others.


* Prepare geometric/bridge layouts, construction specifications, and material quantity calculations.


* Perform bridge and other structure condition inspections and prepare inspection reports as needed.


* Successfully interface with staff from a range of other disciplines (highway, traffic, civil, planning, etc.) to support a diverse range of projects.


* Feel a sense of pride in knowing that you are helping Michael Baker International provide innovative solutions to transportation challenges, big and small, and Making a Difference for the clients and communities we serve!

What You Need to Succeed:


* Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with structural emphasis.


* 0 - 2 years of experience in internship, teaching assistant (TA), or collegiate research program.


* EIT certificate preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months.


* Familiar with structural design software and AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.


* Knowledge of NJDOT and/or NJTA standards for design, plan development and ratings is desired.


* Microsoft Office Suite along with industry standard bridge design and analysis software including MicroStation and AutoCAD.

Compensation:

The approximate compensation range for this position is $20 - $24 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

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction.

We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, ma...