Structural Engineering Intern (Bridges) - Summer 2027

Jacobs; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 73,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Jacobs in Dallas, TX is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern to contribute to bridges projects this Summer 2027, working under professional engineers to apply theory to practical design and analysis.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on evaluations, drawings, and reports, while developing skills in MicroStation/OpenRoads/OpenBridge and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Performs evaluations of structures of varying degrees of complexity.
• Prepares plans, designs, calculations and cost estimates under supervision of experienced engineers.
• Contributes to the preparation of engineering drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate with clients under supervision.

Skills

Bridge design

Team collaboration

Engineering analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads

OpenBridge

Microsoft Office

Job description

Your impact

Jacobs is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern to join our Bridges team in Dallas, TX in Summer 2027, working on projects that bring innovative solutions to our clients' challenges locally and worldwide.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join our team and be involved in a variety of engineering tasks for both private and public sector clients; such as design, analysis, and maintenance of various structural systems including bridges, and other infrastructure projects.

In this position you will work with a multidisciplinary team taking on a variety of tasks that blend your theoretical knowledge with practical application. Under the guidance of professional engineers, architects and other senior technical staff you’ll have the opportunity to work on projects that focus on structural design and analysis of bridges.

Your Responsibilities May Include

• Performs evaluations of structures of various degrees of complexity
• Prepares plans, designs, calculations and cost estimates under the supervision of experienced engineers
• Contribute to the preparation of engineering drawings, specifications, and reports
• Participate in project meetings and communicate with clients under supervision

Here’s what you’ll need

• In pursuit of a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs

Ideally, You Will Have

• In pursuit of a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering and/or Structural Engineering
• 3.0 GPA
• Must be at least a rising Junior
• Working knowledge of MicroStation/OpenRoads/OpenBridge
• A previous internship related to bridge design
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $55,900.00 to $73,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on October 08, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.