Summer 2026 - Bridge/Structures Engineering Intern

STV is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Bridge/Structures Engineering Intern to join our Transportation team in Jacksonville, FL. This internship offers undergraduate and graduate-level civil engineering students the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers while contributing to the design, analysis, and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects.

Interns will gain exposure to bridge design, rehabilitation, and inspection activities while supporting project teams in both technical and project delivery tasks. This hybrid position requires at least three days per week in the office. Preference will be given to candidates who can participate in the internship for at least three months and are available to work full-time.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and analysis of bridges and transportation-related structures, including retaining walls, culverts, and sign structures.
• Support bridge rehabilitation and structural evaluation efforts, including assisting with bridge load rating tasks.
• Assist in the preparation of construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and quantity/cost estimates.
• Support the development of design calculations, technical reports, and engineering documentation.
• Assist with constructability reviews and coordination with multidisciplinary design teams.
• Support engineers in the review of shop drawings and contractor Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Assist with quality control reviews of engineering calculations, designs, and inspection documentation.
• Participate in structural inspections and evaluations of existing bridges and structures, when applicable.
• Contribute to proposal development and preparation of technical materials for project pursuits.
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams to support project delivery from concept through construction.
• Perform other tasks as assigned to support project goals and team objectives.

Required

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited university or NCEES equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework in structural analysis, reinforced concrete, steel design, or bridge engineering.
• Familiarity with structural analysis or bridge modeling software.
• Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or OpenBridge for drafting and modeling.
• Understanding of AASHTO and DOT standards related to bridge design and inspection.
• Exposure to bridge inspection procedures, such as NBIS (National Bridge Inspection Standards).
• Familiarity with bridge load rating concepts and structural evaluation methods.
• Basic knowledge of structural materials including steel, reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete, and timber.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, or Mathcad for engineering calculations and documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Compensation Range:

$43,391.00 - $49,308.00

STV offers the following benefits • Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) • Disability insurance • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment • 401(k) Plan • Retirement Counseling • Employee Assistance Program • Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days) • Paid Holidays (9 days) • Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) • Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) • Continuing Education Program • Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STV’s work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.