Bridge Design Intern - Infrastructure (Summer 2027)

Columbia · Posted Oct 31

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At a glance

Location: Columbia, SC
Work type: Onsite
Start: Summer 2027
Category: Software Engineering

Bridge Design Intern at Stantec (Summer 2027) based in Columbia, SC. Office-based internship with potential field work, supporting bridge design projects under supervision of senior engineers/designers. Responsibilities include preparing design calculations, creating plans with Bentley MicroStation, field inspections, basic analyses, and data gathering to support design decisions.

What they are looking for

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Location: Columbia, SC, United States Department: Administrative

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a Bridge Design Intern to be a part of the growing Columbia, SC design team. The role of a Bridge Design Intern is to work individually on smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger project under the close guidance and supervision of a senior engineer/designer. Our people are Stantec’s most valuable resource, and in joining our team you will be able to leverage your career experiences and develop as a designer and future engineer while also assisting in the growth of Stantec’s Bridge Group.

Your Key Responsibilities

Preparing structural design calculations, plans and contract documents in accordance with applicable design and agency standards (i.e. AASHTO, ACI, AISC, SCDOT, etc.).

Development of bridge plans using Bentley MicroStation.

Performs field work as directed by a senior engineer/designer, including bridge inspections.

Performs basic calculations to analyze and design structural components using industry standard software.

Assist with engineering duties on projects of various complexity.

Assist with collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions.

Assist in basic interpretation and verifying compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards and practices.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Basic understanding of general concepts of relevant areas of civil engineering design, particularly related to structure design and analysis.

Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.

Understanding of civil engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.

Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material.

Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn CAD.

Ability to cooperate with team members to delivery products to our clients.

Education and Experience

Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in engineering.

Co-op / Internship experience preferred, but not required.

Ability to work within an office environment.

Ability to perform field work, which may include exposure to elements including inclement weather.

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Position will work in an office setting and possibly require field work.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.