Bridge Structural Engineering Internship
Bridge Structural Engineering Internship
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Job Description
KPFF Seattles Heavy Civil/ Structural Team is composed primarily of structural engineers who design and evaluate infrastructure that connects communities. Our work spans a wide range of bridge and heavy-civil projects including highway and pedestrian bridges retaining walls culverts that support fish passage ferry terminals piers wharves and structural inspections. We take pride in our collaborative approach to consulting partnering with clients across the industry from small local agencies to state transportation departments to architects and contractors. Our team contributes to projects that range from feasibility studies to new construction to rehabilitation to retrofits always with a focus on technical excellence environmental stewardship and community impact.
Located in downtown Seattle our office is now accepting applications for the Summer 2026 Bridge Structural Engineering Internship. This position will provide the opportunity for you to dive headfirst into real-world projects from day one. You will integrate into our teams and we are excited to share our professional experience with you as we work on projects together. You will help solve real design problems help complete active project work as well as:
- Assist experienced engineers in solving complex engineering problems and executing project goals.
- Support engineers and CAD staff with design-related tasks such as calculations plan production and review.
- Utilizing engineering and design software to contribute to project development.
- Travel to project sites to observe existing conditions and active construction.
- Apply core engineering principles and advanced mathematical techniques to tackle real-world challenges.
- Build familiarity in navigating federal state and local regulations while aligning with KPFFs and our clients standards and practices.
- Thrive in a vibrant inclusive and collaborative team environment that values creativity curiosity and excellence.
- Participate in our internship program which provides additional career growth and networking opportunities specific to the structural engineering consultant industry.
(This internship would focus on bridge projects but may include opportunities to work on other types of projects in the group. Job responsibilities will vary depending on team project and each individual interns interests.)
Qualifications :
Minimum Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing an ABET accredited bachelors or masters (BSCE/MSCE) degree in civil engineering with a focus on structural engineering.
- Completion of two or more design courses (concrete steel wood or masonry) by the start of the 2026 internship. Provide courses completed in progress and planned with expected completion dates.
- Basic knowledge of engineering fundamentals.
- Strong written and verbal communication.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Desire for continued learning.
Additional Information :
This is an on-site position in Seattle WA. All interns are expected to work from our office location.
Physical Demands:
- Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
- Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
- Travelling to project sites and performing field observations which may involve walking standing kneeling or navigating uneven terrain.
Compensation:
The expected range for a qualified candidate is $28.00 - $32.00 hourly.
Benefits provided by KPFF include:
- Subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass
- Paid holidays during your internship
- Paid sick and mental health time
- Use of in-office bike storage and lockers
- Use of in-building gym and locker rooms
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed ethnicity national origin religion marital status sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity) pregnancy veteran status citizenship status physical or mental disability or any other protected basis.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Intern
Employment Type
Intern
