Bridge Inspection Civil Engineer Co-Op

For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.
Gain practical experience in bridge inspection with our team as a Civil Engineer Co-op, Bridge Inspection. In this role, you'll work alongside early career and experienced engineers and technicians to gain an understanding of bridge inspection and consulting. You'll gain hands-on experience across areas that could inspections of large bridges or ancillary structures, while developing the technical skills and problem-solving abilities that will create a foundation for your career.
What You’ll Do
Under the direction of experienced technical staff, you will learn the bridge inspection process according to NBIS (National Bridge Inspection Standards) for a variety of projects for state DOTs and/or local agencies
Project tasks may include documenting and reporting bridge conditions for routine or special bridge inspection assignments using tablets and cameras
Work side-by-side with rope climbing experts traveling to project sites and including some overnight trips
Learn and understand training and safety techniques for bridge inspection
Skills & Qualifications
Current undergraduate student in good academic standing pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program and completion of one year coursework required
A strong interest in bridge and structural inspection engineering; previous co-ops are a plus
Experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Excel, and Word
Ability to learn PDF markup/review tools, such as BlueBeam Revu or Adobe Acrobat
Ability to learn MicroStation or AutoCAD/Civil3D drawing software packages, direct experience is a plus
Excellent communication skills and a willingness to collaborate, learn, and grow
Availability to work full-time Summer 2027 Semester
Ability to travel, work at heights, and endure high levels of physical exertion walking, climbing, bending, carrying and lifting up to 50 lbs. of equipment
Valid driver’s license and good driving record
Typical work schedule is Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week with occasional overtime. Housing and transportation to/from work is the responsibility of the co-op, parking is provided. Travel and equipment expenses are paid for by Burgess & Niple.
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