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Bridge Engineer - Intern

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Raleigh

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program, have MicroStation experience, strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn.
  • You will prepare designs and contract documents for bridge repairs, conduct field inspections, document defects, compile reports, and calculate load ratings for various bridge types.

Requirements

  • Current enrollment in an ABET accredited Bachelor or Master Civil Engineering program
  • Hands-on experience with MicroStation software a plus
  • Exceptional communication and organizational skills
  • Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others
  • Willingness to take on new challenges and learn more about the field

Responsibilities

  • Interns will receive training in preparing designs and contract documents for the repair or replacement of various types of bridge structures.
  • Work may also include performing field inspections of highway bridges, documenting defects, preparing reports, and completing computations to calculate the load ratings of various bridge types.

FAQs

What is the role of a Bridge Engineer Intern at WRA?

The Bridge Engineer Intern will receive training in preparing designs and contract documents for the repair or replacement of various types of bridge structures, perform field inspections, document defects, prepare reports, and calculate load ratings for different bridge types.

What are the educational requirements for this internship?

Applicants must be currently enrolled in an ABET accredited Bachelor or Master Civil Engineering program.

Is experience with MicroStation software necessary for this position?

Hands-on experience with MicroStation software is a plus, but it is not explicitly required.

What skills are needed for a successful Bridge Engineer Intern?

Exceptional communication and organizational skills, a positive attitude, willingness to work cooperatively with others, and an eagerness to take on new challenges and learn more about the field.

What do I need to submit when applying for this internship?

Applicants are required to submit a resume and a copy of their current or most recent school transcript.

Is this internship open to international students?

No, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship.

Are there any restrictions on submitting applications from third-party recruiters?

Yes, WRA is not accepting resumes from third-party recruiters for this position.

Where is the internship located?

The Bridge Engineer Intern position is based in the Raleigh, NC office of WRA.

What is the duration of the internship?

The specific duration of the internship is not mentioned in the job description, so it is advisable to inquire directly with WRA for this information.

What is the company culture like at WRA?

WRA is described as "People Focused and Project Driven," emphasizing quality work and quality employees, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

People Focused - Project Driven

Engineering & Construction
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1915
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Established in 1915, WRA is a nationally-recognized engineering, architectural and environmental planning firm with a reputation for delivering exceptional work on time and within budget. Owned and run by technical professionals, the firm's heritage is rooted in client service with experts involved at every stage of development to ensure consistency, accuracy, efficiency and depth of understanding. WRA is large enough to meet any project's size and small enough that every client is important. Multi-faceted. Forward thinking. Client serving. WRA's vast portfolio is defined by its core foundation, exacting standards, and the driving force behind the firm's next 100 years.