What We're Looking For:

Michael Baker International is seeking to hire a Highway Intern to support our Highway Groups in Allentown, Fort Washington, and Philadelphia, PA. In this internship, you will work under the direction of a Project Engineer or Project Manager to prepare engineering plans, technical specifications, and cost estimates. You may also have the opportunity to work on-site under the direction of a Construction Manager assisting with and documenting construction inspection activities, researching and solving problems in the field, and assuring conformance to plans/specifications.  
 

What You'll Do:

• Prepare highway, traffic, bike/ped, stormwater management and other design plans roadway and highway plans, specifications, cost estimates, field views and various administrative tasks as required.
• Prepare structural bridge plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Assist senior engineers within a large multi-disciplinary design team
• Perform periodic on-site construction inspection/observation
• Monitor contractor schedules
• Document field progress and quantities for contractor payment
   

What You Need to Succeed:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related program required; focus in Transportation Engineering preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of coursework completed
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, are essential to success in this role
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office. AutoCAD or MicroStation design software is preferred
• Proficiency in organization and presentation of documentation

Compensation:

The approximate compensation range for this position is $20 - $25 per hour. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.