CPT Bridge Engineer Jobs
Bridge Engineer CPT jobs let F-1 students apply structural analysis, load modeling, and inspection skills in a real project environment. Your DSO must authorize CPT before you start work, and the role must connect directly to your civil or structural engineering curriculum. Many bridge engineering positions qualify as part-time or full-time CPT depending on your program requirements.
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INTRODUCTION
Join American Structurepoint and become part of a team that goes the extra mile for our clients and communities. We live by our values - respect, staff development, results and family. Our team is encouraged to explore new ideas and turn our clients' dreams into reality. With exceptional benefits, training, and mentorship, we pave the way for a rewarding career. Ready for more than just a job? Explore opportunities with us and help improve the quality of life in the communities we serve.
American Structurepoint’s Bridge Group is seeking candidates to join us for our summer internship program in South Bend, IN. As a Bridge intern, you'll work with a diverse team of designers, engineers and project managers on a variety of bridge projects to develop them from concept to final design. The daily duties would include assisting the assigned project team with developing bridge scoping reports, bridge hydraulic design for waterway structures, designing key components of the bridge for the substructure and superstructure including the riding surface. Our ASI Bridge Group has a sophisticated mentoring and career path plan that has proven results with highly developing our staff. This is more than just an internship—it’s your opportunity to build technical skills, explore your future in civil engineering, and make a lasting impact through meaningful projects.
Why Intern with us:
- Intern Day: A two-day celebration with all interns from across our design centers
- Weekly Lunch & Learns: Learn about our different disciplines from real professionals
- Mentorship & Career Growth: Gain experience and build lasting professional connections
- Real Projects: Contribute to actual designs that impact your local community
- Future Opportunities: Stand out and come back for another summer or full-time post-graduation
- Scholarships & Networking: Exclusive opportunities and connections within the industry
Responsibilities
What you will do:
- Support bridge design projects by assisting with hydraulic modeling, site assessments, and the development of engineering reports
- Work with a variety of industry tools such as MicroStation/GEOPAK, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, OpenBridge, Merlin Dash, and QuickBridge to create 3D models and project deliverables
- Gain hands-on experience across a range of project types, including bridge replacements and rehabilitations, urban and rural roadway improvements, and major interstate upgrades
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently pursuing a degree in Civil, Environmental, Construction, or Structural Engineering, Land Surveying, or a related field with a focus on civil infrastructure
- Reliable transportation to and from the office or local project sites
- Self-motivated and eager to learn, with a strong work ethic and openness to new experiences and challenges
American Structurepoint is an equal employer opportunity, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsBridge Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a bridge engineering internship automatically qualify for CPT?
Not automatically. CPT requires the work to be an integral part of your curriculum, which your DSO determines case by case. A bridge engineering role involving structural analysis, load calculations, or inspection tasks typically satisfies this for civil and structural engineering students, but your program must have a mechanism, such as a co-op course or practicum credit, that ties the position to your degree requirements.
Can I do full-time CPT as a bridge engineer without affecting my OPT eligibility?
Full-time CPT lasting 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, regardless of total duration, does not affect OPT. Many bridge engineering students use part-time CPT during the academic year to protect their post-graduation OPT. Confirm your total CPT hours with your DSO before accepting a full-time offer.
Which bridge engineering roles are most likely to support long-term visa sponsorship?
Roles tied to infrastructure analysis, structural design, or transportation planning at firms with federal contracts tend to support H-1B visa sponsorship because the specialty occupation standard is clear for licensed engineering positions. Browse Bridge Engineer jobs on Migrate Mate to identify employers with a verified history of DOL filings for engineering roles, which indicates prior sponsorship activity.
Do state DOT internships qualify for CPT authorization?
State department of transportation internships can qualify for CPT if the duties map to your civil or structural engineering curriculum and your school offers a co-op or practicum course covering that work. State DOTs are government employers, so they're exempt from E-Verify requirements that apply to federal contractors, but your DSO's CPT authorization process is the same regardless of employer type.
What happens to my CPT authorization if my project assignment changes mid-semester?
CPT is authorized for a specific employer and position description, not a general job category. If your duties shift significantly, for example moving from design work to construction inspection, your DSO may need to issue a new CPT authorization. Notify your DSO promptly if your role changes, since working outside your authorized CPT scope is a status violation under SEVIS.