Bridge Design Intern - Infrastructure (Summer 2027)

Stantec; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Bridge Design Intern in Columbia, SC to work on smaller projects under supervision, developing as a designer and future engineer.

You will prepare design calculations, create bridge plans with Bentley MicroStation, assist in field inspections, and learn to apply design codes and standards in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of civil engineering design and analysis concepts.
• Ability to collaborate in a project team and contribute ideas.
• Good communication of design concepts to others.

Responsibilities

• Prepare structural design calculations, plans and contract documents.
• Develop bridge plans using Bentley MicroStation.
• Perform field work including bridge inspections under supervision.
• Use standard software to perform basic design calculations.

Skills

Civil engineering concepts

Team collaboration

CAD

Microsoft Office

Communication

Field work

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering

Tools

Bentley MicroStation

Job description

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a Bridge Design Intern to be a part of the growing Columbia, SC design team. The role of a Bridge Design Intern is to work individually on smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger project under the close guidance and supervision of a senior engineer/designer. Our people are Stantec’s most valuable resource, and in joining our team you will be able to leverage your career experiences and develop as a designer and future engineer while also assisting in the growth of Stantec’s Bridge Group.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Preparing structural design calculations, plans and contract documents in accordance with applicable design and agency standards (i.e. AASHTO, ACI, AISC, SCDOT, etc.).

• Development of bridge plans using Bentley MicroStation.

• Performs field work as directed by a senior engineer/designer, including bridge inspections.

• Performs basic calculations to analyze and design structural components using industry standard software.

• Assist with engineering duties on projects of various complexity.

• Assist with collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions.

• Assist in basic interpretation and verifying compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards and practices.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Basic understanding of general concepts of relevant areas of civil engineering design, particularly related to structure design and analysis.

• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.

• Understanding of civil engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.

• Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material.

• Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn CAD.

• Ability to cooperate with team members to delivery products to our clients.

Education and Experience

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in engineering.

• Co-op / Internship experience preferred, but not required.

• Ability to work within an office environment.

• Ability to perform field work, which may include exposure to elements including inclement weather.

#Student

Position will work in an office setting and possibly require field work.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | SC | Columbia
Organization: BC-1710 Transpt-US Carolinas
Employee Status: Regular
Management Level: Internship
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.