Civil Engineer Intern - Bridge

GBA; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

GBA Companies in Lenexa, KS and Chesterfield, MO, is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern for the Bridge group. You will gain hands-on experience with Civil3D, AutoCAD and MicroStation while assisting with design, modeling and field inspections.

The internship emphasizes mentorship from experienced engineers, exposure to plan quantities and cost estimates, and collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team on bridge projects in a real-world setting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS or MS in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited program.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Excel preferred.
• 2.7 GPA strongly preferred.
• Finished at least two years of school.
• Involved in campus, community, and volunteer activities.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Experience with transportation or bridge projects or internships preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design and 3D modeling of bridges.
• Support quality control processes and follow client design standards.
• Assist with design calculations and geometric layout.
• Help prepare plan quantities and cost estimates.
• Participate in field assignments such as construction inspections.
• Collaborate with a multi‑disciplined design team.
• Engage in an active learning environment with mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

AutoCAD

Civil3D

MicroStation

Excel

Education

Pursuing BS or MS in Civil Engineering

Finished two years of school

Job description

Job: Civil Engineering Intern - Bridge group

Location: Lenexa, KS and Chesterfield, MO

Build Your Future With GBA

Summary

Interns at GBA Companies gain hands‑on experience in a collaborative work environment and have an opportunity to work side by side with industry experts. We treat each intern as an individual and have the unique ability to offer rotational opportunities for students who are still identifying their path. Our interns will work with engineering software such as Civil3D, AutoCAD and MicroStation.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with design and 3D modeling of bridges.
• Support quality control processes and follow client design standards.
• Assist with design calculations and geometric layout.
• Help prepare plan quantities and cost estimates.
• Participate in field assignments such as construction inspections.
• Collaborate with a multi‑disciplined design team.
• Engage in an active learning environment with mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• Pursuing BS or MS in Civil Engineering or other related field from accredited program.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Excel software is preferred
• Experience with transportation and bridge related projects or internships is preferred.
• 2.7 GPA strongly preferred
• Finished at least two years of school
• Involved in campus, community, and other volunteer activities and/ or organization
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk around the office for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

Join Our Team

At GBA Companies, we are not your average engineering firm. We are about innovative people who want to solve problems. We’re known for our technical excellence, but we bring so much more to the table. We strive to create remarkable solutions for a higher quality of life. And we are changing the industry by integrating the design and construction process with use of new technology.

Our people are ambitious, passionate and committed to creating high quality, imaginative projects. We’ve created an environment where we celebrate our team’s eagerness to learn and grow. From birthdays and BBQs to protecting the environment and helping families in need, GBA employees celebrate and support one another and the communities where we live, work and play. Joining our team means you’ll have rewarding opportunities that challenge and inspire you.

At GBA, we are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer promoting diversity in our workforce by including all individuals regardless of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.