Structural Engineering Intern (Bridge) - Summer 2027

RS&H; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

RS&H in St. Charles, Illinois is seeking a Structural Bridge Engineering Intern to assist in the development of studies, reports, and bridge construction plans.

The intern will work under supervision, perform routine engineering tasks, and gain experience with design calculations and CADD drawings. The role focuses on mastering technical work and expanding professional discipline skills, with exposure to AutoCAD and Microstation and 0–4 years of bridge experience.

Qualifications

• Working toward a Civil Engineering degree from an accredited university.
• 0 to 4 years of bridge/structural design experience is typical for this intern role.
• Exposure to AutoCAD and/or Microstation preferred.
• Previous internship experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development of studies, reports, and bridge construction plans.
• Perform routine engineering tasks under supervision and compile data.
• Utilize software to perform engineering analysis and prepare reports.
• Observe ongoing and completed construction projects.

Skills

AutoCAD exposure

Internship experience preferred

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

Job description

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Structural Bridge Engineering Intern in our St. Charles, Illinois office. The Structural Engineering Intern position involves working as an entry level associate assisting the St. Charles Highway Group with the development of studies, reports, and bridge construction plans. This position focuses on mastering technical work functions and developing and expanding professional discipline skills. Associate performs routine engineering assignments and works under the direct supervision of others, compiles data, utilizes applied software and technology to perform engineering analysis, assists in the preparation of reports, completes elementary design calculations, prepares quantity takeoffs and estimates, prepares engineering plans utilizing CADD, and observes ongoing and completed construction projects.

Qualifications

• Working toward obtaining Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university
• 0 to 4 years of bridge/structural design experience
• Exposure to AutoCAD and/or Microstation preferred
• Previous internship experience preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship or related experience
• AutoCAD and / or Microstation experience
• Experience or exposure to IDOT plans preparation and design standards
• Specific interest in Transportation / Roadway Design

The typical pay range for this position in Illinois is $21 to $27 per hour, and is commensurate with experience relative to the position.

The Team

From managed toll lanes and long-range corridor plans, to complex segmental bridges, our teams are working in the field and in the office while providing the highest quality infrastructure and facility solutions. Each day, we partner with transportation agencies and local governments across the country to keep our communities moving. By joining our team, you too can provide unique expertise in the full life cycle of transportation delivery and lead the evolution of transportation.

The Company

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.