Structural Engineering Internship

Alfred Benesch & Company; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfred Benesch & Company is seeking a Bridge Design & Structural Engineering Intern to support bridge design, load ratings, and inspections, gaining hands-on experience under experienced engineers. The role is based in Kansas city-area offices including Manhattan, Topeka, and Wichita, with mentorship from project engineers and managers.

Ideal candidates are pursuing Civil Engineering with a structures focus, possibly advancing to a master's, and possess strong analytical, technical, and

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Support conventional and complex bridge and structure design, load ratings, and bridge inspections.
• Gain hands-on experience contributing to design, analysis and field tasks while learning from experienced engineers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Master's degree in Civil Engineering with structural focus

Job description

Bridge Design & Structural Engineering Internship

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 Manhattan, KS, Topeka, KS, Kansas City, KS, or Witchita, KS 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

Why Benesch?

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

Your next opportunity should do more than offer a new title. It should build on the experience you've gained, challenge you to keep growing, and give you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people. That's why we're committed to creating an environment where you can contribute your ideas, develop your skills and build a career you're proud of.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Real career growth: Professional development, leadership training, mentorship, and opportunities to take on new challenges and greater responsibility.
• A strong financial future: Up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit‑eligible employees.
• Flexibility that works: Work schedules that support your professional and personal life.
• Time to recharge: Generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit‑eligible employees.
• Work that makes an impact: Opportunities to collaborate, contribute ideas, solve meaningful challenges, and see the difference your work makes.
• Room to grow your way: Whether you want to deepen your expertise, explore new opportunities, or grow into leadership, we want to help you take the next step.

Your Next Chapter Starts Here

Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, Benesch offers an opportunity to build on what you've accomplished while continuing to grow.

Bring your experience, your ideas, and your ambition. Discover what you can accomplish at Benesch.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

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.

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Benesch shall have no obligation to compensate any external recruiter or search firm for candidate submissions made without a valid, current, and fully executed agreement. Submission of candidate information does not establish entitlement to a fee.

All recruiting activity must be coordinated and authorized through the Benesch Talent Acquisition team. Please direct all communications to [e-mail].