Structural Engineering Internship - Bridge

olsson; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Bonus potential

Job summary

Olsson is offering a student internship on our Bridge team in Oklahoma City, focusing on structural engineering tasks. You will assist with basic project design through CAD drafting, perform research, and help write technical reports while gaining real-world experience under senior engineers.

Applicants should be pursuing a civil or architectural engineering degree with a structural emphasis, and have working knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in civil or architectural engineering (structural emphasis).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic project design through CAD drafting.
• Perform research and write technical reports.
• Travel to job sites for observation may be required.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Ownership in work

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil or Architectural Eng (structural emphasis)

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results - for our people, our clients, and our company.

We're a people-centric firm, so it's no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Our Bridge team works on challenging projects including retaining walls, dams, bridges storm and traffic structures, inspections rehabilitations, load ratings, and assisting with construction engineering services. As a structural engineering student intern, you will perform meaningful, hands‑on, real‑world work that will transform your classroom experience and help you envision your future career. You'll be part of our team, working for our clients on projects with our most experienced engineers. You will assist with basic project design through CAD drafting, performing research and writing technical reports, and may have an opportunity to travel to job sites for observation.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in civil or architectural engineering (structural emphasis)
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
• Strong attention to detail

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• In addition, full‑time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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