Bridge Inspection Intern at Burgess & Niple, Inc.

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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.

• 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.

• 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.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.