Civil Engineering Intern

• Minimum Experience: Entry Level
• Education: HSD
• Registration: (Not Specified)
• Sponsorship: Immigration related employment benefits, e.g. visa sponsorship, are not available for this position.

Come work with senior-level professionals at an established A/E firm that value employee input and collaboration. Burgess & Niple is looking for a 2026 summer Bridge Inspection Intern to join our team in Portland.

B&N Bridge Inspection Intern Responsibilities

•  Assist Professional Engineers, Engineers-In-Training, and Bridge Inspectors around the U.S. with in-service bridge inspection and bridge assessment/evaluation projects.
•  Responsible for taking accurate measures, photos and documenting conditions found in the field.
•  Data entry and report preparation of conditions found in the field.
•  Review of load ratings of bridges and culverts.
•  Prepare drawings, sketches and schematics in MicroStation or AutoCAD.

Skills & Qualifications

• A current Junior or Senior level Civil Engineering student at an ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree program with structural focus and strong academic standing.
•  Passion for structures, love of bridges a plus.
•  Desire to work outside regardless of weather conditions.
•  Ability and desire to climb bridge structures and work at height.
•  Ability to withstand high levels of physical exertion including walking, climbing, bending, carrying, and lifting up to 30 lbs. of equipment.
•  Ability and willingness to travel extensively (up to 40%) throughout the U.S.
•  A valid driver's license with acceptable driving history is a must.
•  Microsoft Office and AutoCAD and/or MicroStation proficiency required; AASHTOWare BrM experience a plus.

Travel arrangements to and from work assignments outside the Portland area including airfare, hotel, and meals are reimbursed. 

Local housing and transportation to/from the Portland office is the responsibility of the intern.

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