Transportation Structural Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Farnsworth Group, Inc.; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match up to 5%

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Professional Development and Training

Mentoring Program

Paid Time Off

Hybrid Work Program

Job summary

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is seeking a Structural Bridge Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. The role offers hands-on work with experienced structural engineers on bridge and structure projects, including analysis, design, and field assessments in Illinois.

You’ll develop load calculations, prepare detailed calculations, and draft plans using MicroStation or AutoCAD, under project managers. Ideal candidates are pursuing ABET-accredited civil engineering with a structural focus and have basic

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited Civil Engineering program, with a concentration in structural engineering.
• Computer proficiency with Word and Excel
• MicroStation and/or AutoCAD experience preferred
• Understanding of structural engineering principles, building codes, and design standards
• Valid Driver’s License
• Housing, relocation, and transportation assistance are not available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis of bridge and infrastructure project elements
• Develop load calculations and structural design computations for project components
• Prepare organized, detailed structural calculations and technical documentation
• Design and draft structural elements, details, and connection designs
• Develop plans and specifications using MicroStation software
• Work under the guidance of Project Managers and Project Engineers
• Participate in coordination meetings with multidisciplinary project teams
• Assist with field inspection and condition assessment of bridges and other structures.

Skills

Structural analysis

Load calculations

Drafting

Word & Excel

Structural engineering principles

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program, structural concentration

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Structural Bridge Engineering Intern - Summer 2027. In this role, qualified candidates will have an opportunity to work with a team of experienced Structural Engineers on a variety of bridge and structure related projects.

What You’ll Do

• Perform structural analysis of bridge and infrastructure project elements
• Develop load calculations and structural design computations for project components
• Prepare organized, detailed structural calculations and technical documentation
• Design and draft structural elements, details, and connection designs
• Develop plans and specifications using MicroStation software
• Work under the guidance of Project Managers and Project Engineers
• Participate in coordination meetings with multidisciplinary project teams
• Assist with field inspection and condition assessment of bridges and other structures.

What You’ll Need

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited Civil Engineering program, with a concentration in structural engineering.
• Computer proficiency with Word and Excel
• MicroStation and/or AutoCAD experience preferred
• Understanding of structural engineering principles, building codes, and design standards
• Valid Driver’s License
• Housing, relocation, and transportation assistance are not available for this position.

Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity.

Illinois Pay Transparency

$22—$22 USD

Who We Are

Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural engineering and surveying firm where your career can thrive! For eleven consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With more than 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and communities. Join us and move your career forward.

A Great Place to Work Certified

For eleven consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification—thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participate in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.

Full-time Regular Employee Benefits And Perks Include

• 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Professional Development and Training
• Mentoring Program
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Pet Insurance Plan
• Hybrid Work Program

Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company’s culture and success.

Statement On Diversity And Inclusion

Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.