Structural Engineering Internship

Benesch; Allentown (Lehigh County); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9% retirement contribution

PTO & parental leave

Mentorship program

Leadership development and training

Job summary

Benesch, a growing planning, engineering, and professional services firm, invites applications for a Bridge & Structures Intern in Allentown, PA. You will support bridge and structure design, load ratings, and inspections while learning from experienced engineers.

We seek a student pursuing a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural focus, ideally with a master's planned within two years. Strong analytical and communication skills and the ability to work in a team will help you

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, focusing on structures
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural focus (or plans to obtain within 2 years) preferred
• Strong interest in bridge and structural engineering
• Excellent analytical, technical, and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Familiarity with AASHTO and PennDOT design and construction standards preferred
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Support bridge and structure design tasks and related analyses
• Assist with load ratings and bridge inspections
• Contribute to project field tasks under supervision from senior engineers
• Learn from experienced engineers through hands-on exposure and mentoring

Skills

Bridge & structures

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (preferred)

Tools

AASHTO & PennDOT standards

Job description

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

At Benesch, our commitment to innovation and collaboration extends beyond our projects. We believe in nurturing talent from the ground up, making it a core part of our values. Whether you’re seeking your first internship or ready for the next step in your budding career, Benesch is hiring individuals to join our dynamic teams across the country!

Work alongside Benesch’s Bridge and Structural Engineering Professionals dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to transportation challenges. As a Bridge & Structures Intern, you will support conventional and complex bridge and structure design, load ratings, and bridge inspections. You will gain hands‑on experience contributing to design, analysis, and field tasks while learning directly from experienced engineers.

Location

This internship will be based in our Allentown, PA office, with opportunities to collaborate on active projects and receive mentorship from Project Engineers and Project Managers.

What We Are Looking For

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university, focusing on structures


• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural focus (or plans to obtain within 2 years) preferred


• Strong interest in bridge and structural engineering


• Excellent analytical, technical, and communication skills (written and verbal)


• Familiarity with AASHTO and PennDOT design and construction standards preferred


• Ability to work effectively in a team environment


• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills

It’s simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.

• Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward


• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees


• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life


• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees


• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands‑on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll have the support and exposure to grow here.

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.

If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by [e-mail] . This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case‑by‑case basis.

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linkedhere .

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.