Bridge Design Intern - Summer 2027

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellness reimbursement

Tuition assistance

Paid time off and holidays

Hybrid schedule

401(k) and stock ownership

Job summary

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber is seeking a Bridge Design Intern for Summer 2027 in Grand Rapids, MI (or Farmington Hills). The internship supports the Transportation team in designing roads and civil projects for the DOT.

You will create AutoCAD/OpenRoads Designer drawings and assist engineers on calculations and documentation. Ideal candidates are enrolled in Civil Engineering, eager to learn, with good communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Student currently enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering program.
• Demonstrates eagerness to learn and contribute to projects.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or OpenRoads Designer is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are required.
• Previous internship or DOT project experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Create design drawings using AutoCAD and OpenRoads Designer.
• Support engineers with calculations and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across offices.
• Participate in solving real engineering challenges and managing project deliverables.

Skills

Eager to learn

Strong communication

Education

Currently enrolled in Civil Engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Bridge Design Intern - Summer 2027

Location: Grand Rapids, MI (or Farmington Hills)

Employment Type: Full-Time Internship

For over 70 years Fishbeck has been building. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake in what we build together-our work, our reputation, and our future. Now we need to add a Transportation Internto help us keep building.

Working with our Transportation team, you will assist in the design of roads, and other civil projects for the DOT.

What You'll Do

• Create design drawings using AutoCAD and OpenRoads Designer.
• Support engineers with calculations and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across offices.
• Participate in solving real engineering challenges and managing project deliverables.

What We're Looking For

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering program.
• Eager to learn and contribute to meaningful projects.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or OpenRoads Designer is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Previous internship or DOT project experience is helpful but not required.

What We Offer

Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness reimbursement and activities
• Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development
• Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
• 401(k), profit sharing, and stock ownership opportunities (employee ownership)
• And more!

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Build Your Future Here

Candidates for this position can reside in the West Michigan or Metro Detroit markets.