Structural Engineering Intern

3 hours ago


Chicago IL United States AECOM Full time

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern to join AECOM Transportation, Structures Departments (Bridge Department) in Chicago, IL.

This position is expected to begin in May 2025.

As a Structural Engineering Intern specializing in Bridges, you will work under the supervision of experienced engineers to gain hands-on experience in the design, analysis, and construction of bridge structures. This internship will provide you with exposure to various phases of bridge engineering projects, including planning, design, evaluation, and construction. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and contribute to the successful delivery of infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Design Support: Assist in the preparation of bridge design calculations.
  2. Structural Analysis: Support the team in performing structural analyses for bridge components using specialized software tools.
  3. Drafting and Modeling: Help create detailed bridge design drawings and models. This may include drafting in CAD software and updating designs based on feedback from engineers.
  4. Fieldwork and Site Visits: Occasionally participate in site visits to observe construction progress, conduct inspections, and support the engineering team in understanding project requirements.
  5. Project Documentation: Help prepare and review technical documentation, including reports, specifications, and project updates. Ensure proper documentation and compliance with relevant engineering standards and codes.
  6. Collaboration: Work closely with other engineers to support project execution. Participate in design meetings, presentations, and discussions with team members.
  7. Quality Control: Support quality assurance processes to ensure that bridge designs meet the required standards, specifications, and safety regulations.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  1. Candidate must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or similar discipline, and must have completed at least 3 years of study. Candidates who have recently graduated with a Bachelor’s degree and plan to continue with the Master’s degree are eligible to apply for these positions. Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelor’s degree in the most previous school term with an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline at the conclusion of the internship.

Preferred Qualifications:

  1. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
  2. Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation software.
  3. Some basic coursework in steel and concrete design.
  4. Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  5. Ability to manage time, deadlines, keep track of steps, and prioritize tasks.

Additional Information

Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position. Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $24.77/hour - $34.00/hour.

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10119442

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: West

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: On-Site

Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc

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