Highway Bridge Group Intern Summer 2027

HDR, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring programs

Employee-owned culture

Job summary

HDR, Inc. invites student engineers to join the Highway Bridge Group as Interns. You will work under a Professional Engineer, applying standard techniques to diverse bridge projects, from steel girder to cable-supported structures, while developing material lists and quantities. You’ll gain field exposure and participate in mentoring programs with leaders in HDR’s employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages such as MicroStation or AutoCAD.
• 3+ years toward degree with 3.0+ GPA preferred.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills and attention to detail required.
• Active participation in employee-owned culture is essential.

Responsibilities

• Apply standard engineering techniques to bridge-type projects (steel girder, prestressed concrete, cable supported).
• Assist in checking drawings and calculations, develop material lists, and calculate quantities.
• Review construction submittals and inspect structures; use structural design software under supervision.
• Participate in mentoring programs with recent graduates and company leaders.
• Possibly assist with field services for site visits and NBIS inspection activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate Engineering program

3+ years toward degree with 3.0+ GPA

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: 'https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR's Transportation Business Group, you'll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

In the role of a Highway Bridge Group Intern, we'll count on you to:

• Gain real-world experience on exciting projects by applying standard engineering techniques and procedures on a variety of bridge types which may include steel girder, prestressed concrete beam, cable supported and buried structures for highway and railway projects.
• Work under the guidance and direct supervision of a Professional Engineer to assist in checking drawings and calculations, developing material lists and calculating quantities, reviewing construction submittals, inspecting and assessing structures and using structural design software
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals' programs
• May also include field services for site visits and NBIS inspection activities
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 3+ years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Interest in Transportation and Structural Engineering
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry, such as MicroStation or AutoCAD
• Preference given to local candidates

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
• Attention to detail
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skillsBasic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.