CPT Bridge Inspector Jobs
Bridge Inspector jobs on CPT put F-1 students in the field conducting structural assessments, load-rating analysis, and condition reporting under licensed engineers. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the work must tie directly to your civil or structural engineering curriculum.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
What We're Looking For: Michael Baker International is seeking an Bridge Co-op to support our Structural/ Bridge Engineering team on a variety of horizontal (bridge) design projects for our Cincinnati, OH office. The individual will assist with projects and assignments under direct supervision and mentorship of staff to learn the profession.
What You'll Do:
- Assists professionals in the Cincinnati office with completing project plans, drawings, design, and/or analysis
- Assist Project Managers and Engineers with various tasks
- Assist with data collection, input, verification, and manipulation
- Performs clerical duties such as documentation for permits and meeting minutes
- Assists with technical related tasks such as preparation of basic studies, design work, and inspections
- Completes simple to moderate calculations such as cost estimates
- Performs routine analysis and summarized findings by preparing reports
- May write, edit, or create basic documents such as spreadsheets, PowerPoint documents, and Communications
- Other duties as assigned
What You Need to Succeed:
- Currently enrolled and in good academic standing, pursuing a bachelor or a master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering at an ABET accredited University or College; minimum of 3 years of coursework completed
- Minimum 3.2 GPA
- College level engineering courses in Civil/Structural Engineering with a focus in Structures
- Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office; MicroStation experience is preferred
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.
About us
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.
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Get Access To All JobsBridge Inspector CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does bridge inspection work qualify as CPT for civil engineering students?
Yes, if your program includes coursework in structural analysis, transportation engineering, or infrastructure assessment, bridge inspection work typically qualifies as an integral curricular component. Your DSO will confirm eligibility by reviewing your course sequence and the job description. Bring documentation showing how the inspection duties connect to specific courses or program outcomes.
Can I start a bridge inspection CPT role while my authorization is being processed?
No. You cannot begin work until your DSO has updated your I-20 with the CPT authorization and your start date has passed. Working even one day before the authorization is in place violates your F-1 status. Submit your CPT request to your DSO at least two to three weeks before your target start date to allow processing time.
What documents does a bridge inspection employer need to verify my CPT work authorization?
Your employer needs your valid passport, your current I-20 showing CPT authorization for their specific company and position, and your F-1 visa stamp. Some employers enrolled in E-Verify will also run your documents through that system. Make sure your I-20 lists the correct employer name and start date before presenting it to HR.
How do I find bridge inspection employers who accept CPT students?
Search Migrate Mate to identify engineering firms and government contractors that have active Labor Condition Applications for inspection-related roles. State DOT offices, consulting firms like infrastructure and transportation engineering companies, and federal contractors working on bridge rehabilitation projects are the most common CPT placements. Filter by location and role type to find openings that match your CPT window.
Does full-time bridge inspection CPT affect my OPT eligibility?
Full-time CPT for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, so track your cumulative CPT hours carefully. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, does not affect OPT regardless of duration. If your bridge inspection placement is full-time, plan your CPT timeline with your DSO to preserve post-graduation OPT for your H-1B visa transition window.