Benesch is hiring a
Bridge Design Internship

Summary

Join Benesch, a growing planning, engineering, and professional services firm, as a Structural/Bridge Design Intern. This role involves applying structural engineering techniques to support the design and construction of bridges, retaining walls, culverts, and other structures for highway, rail, and transit clients. As an intern, you will have the chance to collaborate on real-world railway and transit projects, gaining hands-on experience in design, development, and project execution.

Requirements

• Pursuing your BS in Civil or Structural Engineering or in a related engineering curriculum required
• Knowledge of structural analysis software and CAD design tools
• Interest in bridge structures is preferred
• Ability to perform complex analysis and design
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and Microsoft Office skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Assist in structural analysis and design for bridges, retaining walls, and culverts
• Perform AASHTO and AREMA bridge design calculations
• Develop geometric layouts, structural details, and load rating calculations
• Contribute to CADD plan production and quantity development using specialized software (e.g., LARSA, MathCAD, LEAPBridge, LPile, FB MultiPier, MicroStation)
• Support occasional bridge inspections for in-service or construction projects
• Collaborate with Licensed Structural and Professional Engineers on local and national projects

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
• Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
• Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
• Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement