Bridge Engineering Intern: Structural Design & Field Support

WSP; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Job summary

WSP USA invites motivated students to join our Carolinas Bridge Engineering Practice as a Full-Time Bridge Engineering Intern in Charlotte, NC (or Raleigh, NC). Work alongside senior engineers on transportation projects across the Carolinas, gaining hands-on experience in planning, design, and construction support for bridges and related structures.

This 12-week Summer Internship Program starts May 17, 2027, with potential to continue part-time during the academic year.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's degree program in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structural Engineering, or related field.
• Anticipated graduation date May 2028 or later.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Demonstrated interest in Structural/Bridge Engineering.
• Ability to interact professionally with engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Authorized to work in the United States at internship start.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of engineering tasks on transportation projects to develop technical and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of Structural and Bridge Engineering.
• Assist with engineering studies, field investigations, and design calculations.
• Learn software such as OpenBridge Designer, OpenRoads Designer, MicroStation, Bluebeam.
• Support preparation of final design plans, provisions, and cost estimates.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and policies.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Education

Civil Engineering (Bachelor's)

Structural Engineering focus

Tools

OpenBridge Designer

OpenRoads Designer

MicroStation

Bluebeam

Job description

WSP USA invites motivated students to join our Carolinas Bridge Engineering Practice as a Full-Time Bridge Engineering Intern in Charlotte, NC (or Raleigh, NC). Work alongside senior engineers on transportation projects across the Carolinas, gaining hands-on experience in planning, design, and construction support for bridges and related structures.

This 12-week Summer Internship Program starts May 17, 2027, with potential to continue part-time during the academic year.