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Engineering Intern

CompanyFickett Structural Solutions
LocationNashville
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 21, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Engineering Intern will perform structural inspections on various infrastructure projects and create detailed inspection reports. They will also assist in interpreting shop drawings and verifying field conditions against engineering plans.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
37
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Fickett Structural Solutions, Inc. provides structural engineering, inspection, nondestructive testing (NDT), and quality assurance (QA) services, as well as technical training. Since 2001, we’ve partnered with Federal, State, and Local agencies in the A/E/C Industry to help ensure the safety and quality of their infrastructure. Headquartered in Middleton, WI, we also have regional offices in Milwaukee, WI, Tumwater, WA, Portland, OR, and Nashville TN. STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY Working with architects, engineers, and contractors, our expertise involves design, inspection, and testing of horizontal and vertical structures. Our work ranges from large civil infrastructure projects, such as bridges, culverts, and hydraulic steel structures, to major commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings, parking structures, stadiums, and arenas, to ancillary support structures for lighting and signage. We are involved in bridge construction oversight through independent technical reviews of design and fabrication drawings, as well as field inspections, analysis, and consultation on welded and high-strength bolted connections. ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE We’re committed to improving ourselves, our services, and our communities. Our experienced team of professional engineers (PE), inspectors, and certified weld inspectors (CWIs) offer comprehensive and appropriate services to enhance structural performance, from fabrication to construction and throughout the life of the structure. We have an extensive rope access program governed by the Society of Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT). We travel nationwide to some of the most complex and iconic bridges, ensuring the highest standards of safety and integrity in every project.
About the Role

Description

 

The Engineering Intern is a hands-on learning role designed to support and develop future engineers. This position will work alongside a collaborative team to assist with structural inspections and reporting for bridges, buildings, and other infrastructure. This role provides real-world experience in the field and in the office, including documenting findings and working with engineering drawings. 


Essential Duties & Responsibilities:  

  • Perform structural inspections of bridges, culverts, dams, buildings, and ancillary structures throughout the United States 
  • Create inspection reports based on inspection findings 
  • Review and interpret shop drawings and verify/compare shop drawings to field conditions 
  • Support additional duties and responsibilities assigned 

Work & Physical Requirements 


The work environment characteristics and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Work is performed in both field and office environments 
  • Ability to work in a self-directed manner with limited supervision 
  • Field work may include working at heights, near traffic, and in active construction areas 
  • Use of access equipment such as lifts, ladders, scaffolding, and rope access is required 
  • Adherence to all Fickett safety procedures and protocols is essential  

Requirements

 Required Qualifications: 

  • Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited college 
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision 
  • Comfortable working at heights utilizing rope access, lifts, ladders, and scaffolding 
  • Ability to navigate bridge and construction sites, including uneven terrain 
  • Ability to travel up to 25% annually including consecutive overnight stays 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Previous co-op or internship experience with a Department of Transportation (DOT) or bridge inspection project 
  • Drafting experience 
  • Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and shop drawings 
Key Skills
Structural InspectionEngineering DrawingsReport WritingShop Drawing InterpretationRope AccessField WorkCivil EngineeringStructural EngineeringSafety ProtocolsData Documentation
Categories
EngineeringConstructionTransportation