BRIDGE PRACTICE

Michael Baker International has addressed bridge design, construction and preservation challenges with innovative and sustainable solutions.  Exemplifying its depth and versatility in the bridge space, Michael Baker International, ranked Number Five by Engineering News-Record in its annual ranking of Bridge Design Firms in the United States, has partnered with clients on a full spectrum of bridge types-from conventional grade separations to major, complex river crossings, including trusses, arches, box girders and cable-stayed bridges. 

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking a part-time civil engineering summer Intern for our Bridge group in our Moon Township, PA office. The Intern will work part-time as needed, while gaining the necessary skills and experience to further their classroom education in a meaningful and productive way. Interns will be expected to work in an office setting learning under the direction of civil engineering professionals. Remote work may be possible at the discretion of the supervisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Intern students will assist with technical duties on a variety of design projects including:

Prepare engineering related calculations and develop drawings and visual aids Draft details and make minor CAD revisions Work under supervision of a project manager or a senior level team member Assist with data collection, input, verification, and manipulation Assignments will include data gathering, moderate calculations and structural analysis for bridge design and load rating projects. Other tasks may include assisting in creating finite element models using structural analysis software and working with complex Excel analysis spreadsheets. Administrative tasks may include filing, organizing paper and electronic project files, assisting with other meeting materials, and providing scheduling support as needed.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

You’ll need to be enrolled as a full-time student in good academic standing at an ABET accredited university, college, or technical school with a minimum of two years completed in post-secondary coursework in student’s field of study Interest in pursuing a structural engineering position after graduation Minimum 3.0 overall GPA on a 4.0 scale Proficiency with MS Office Experience with drafting software, FEM software, and structural engineering coursework preferred Technical skills for daily tasks include good analytical skills, strong technical writing ability, and excellent communication skills Must have strong organizational skills

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $20 to $23 per hour.  This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.  Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.