
Bridge Intern
Dowl
The Role
Overview
Summer 2026 bridge & structures engineering intern providing design, drafting, and site support.
Key Responsibilities
- autocad drafting
- engineering calculations
- construction inspection
- materials testing
- bid estimation
- site surveys
Tasks
-Establish and document existing conditions at project sites through research and site visits. -Assist survey crews. -Coordinate with government agencies, client staff, and other professionals to obtain design information and approvals. -Review construction submittals. -Perform construction inspection of roadway project. -Perform manual and/or AutoCAD drafting. -Perform engineering calculations in support of civil engineering design projects. -Prepare and route project related correspondence and record keeping. -Assist with writing and editing construction specifications. -Conduct periodic site visits to construction sites to monitor quality and progress of the work. -Perform materials testing in support of our lab technicians. -Tabulate bid items and calculate construction bid quantities from plans and specifications. Estimate construction costs.
Requirements
- autocad
- microstation
- microsoft office
- problem solving
- analytical
- customer service
What You Bring
-Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables. -Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical journals. -Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. -Ability to prioritize special projects and daily workload to ensure that all work is completed in a timely and efficient manner. -Ability to effectively present information to clients, co-workers, and the public. -Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. -Should be able to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project software. -AutoCAD and/or MicroStation knowledge and experience is highly desirable.
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The Company
About Dowl
-The company offers integrated solutions across multiple sectors, including infrastructure, energy, and water resources. -Deep expertise in managing complex projects from initial planning through to design and implementation. -Provides services to both public and private sectors with a strong track record of successful outcomes. -Notable projects include large-scale transportation systems, critical utilities infrastructure, and urban development. -The team is known for its collaborative approach, ensuring each project is tailored to client needs. -Diverse portfolio spans various markets, making them a key partner in shaping the future of infrastructure and energy projects.
Sector Specialisms
Planning
Surveying
Civil
Transportation
Bridge
Construction Support
Environmental Services
Structural Engineering
Water Resources
Geotechnical Engineering
Drainage and River Systems
Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modeling
Floodplain Modeling and Permitting
Bridge and Culvert Hydraulic Design
Scour Mitigation Design
Hydraulic Structure Design
Stream Restoration and Bank Stabilization
Fish Passage Design
Coastal Engineering
Stormwater Management and Pollution Prevention
Erosion Control
Dam Safety
Water Resource Planning and Development
Wastewater Treatment
Water Transmission and Distribution Systems
Utility Rate Studies
