Bridge Design Intern: Hands-On Civil Engineering

Modjeski and Masters; St. Louis, Edwardsville (MO, IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Modjeski and Masters in St. Louis, MO is seeking students for a Structural Bridge Design Internship.

This opportunity places you alongside experienced bridge engineers to work on the design, analysis, inspection, and rehabilitation of transportation structures. You are pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited programs, with coursework in structural analysis and design, and you should be proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with AutoCAD, MicroStation,

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• Coursework in structural analysis, structural design, steel design, reinforced concrete design, or related disciplines preferred.
• Interest in structural engineering, bridge engineering, and transportation infrastructure.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, OpenBridge Designer, STAAD, SAP2000, or other engineering software is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment.
• Eagerness to learn and develop technical skills under the guidance of experienced professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assist bridge engineers with the design, analysis, inspection, and rehabilitation of highway, railroad, and pedestrian bridges.
• Support the preparation of structural calculations, plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
• Assist in the development of bridge plans, details, and construction documents.
• Perform engineering calculations and technical research under the supervision of licensed engineers.
• Utilize engineering software and CAD platforms to support project development.
• Participate in field visits and bridge inspections as needed.
• Assist with data collection, report preparation, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including highway, geotechnical, and construction engineering professionals.
• Gain exposure to bridge design standards, construction practices, and project delivery processes.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Job description

Modjeski and Masters in St. Louis, MO is seeking students for a Structural Bridge Design Internship.

This opportunity places you alongside experienced bridge engineers to work on the design, analysis, inspection, and rehabilitation of transportation structures. You are pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited programs, with coursework in structural analysis and design, and you should be proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with AutoCAD, MicroStation,