Field Engineering Intern- Summer 2025

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. Moffatt & Nichol is actively searching for a Field Inspection Intern to be based out of our Baton Rouge or New Orleans, LA office for Summer 2025. As a bridge inspector intern you will be a member of an inspection team that provides inspection services all across the state of Louisiana and the Southeast region. The principal function of this position is to evaluate bridges through above ground engineering inspections. 

About Moffatt & Nichol: 

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. For the 3rd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023.  

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in several primary practice areas – ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.  

Duties and responsibilities: 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. 

• Partners with other professionals and departments to gather information for projects
• Performs bridge inspections
• Works collaboratively with all members of the inspection group
• Conducts inspections and assists in supervision of site investigations as needed
• Utilizes field computers to record field observations
• Prepares or assists in preparation of reports including data entry, text writing and photo editing
• Data entry/manipulation and technical writing for the preparation and review of inspection reports, proposals, etc.
• Works closely with other engineers, scientists, project managers, etc. on multi-discipline projects
• Reviews shop drawings and technical submittals
• Performs construction site inspections and prepare inspection reports

Other duties: 

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering program, Master’s desired
• Committed to travel within the state of Louisiana
• Excellent technical writing skills for the preparation and review of inspection reports
• NHI certification desired
• Proficient using AutoCAD or Microstation
• Proficient using Microsoft Office required
• EIT preferred
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire 

Physical requirements: 

Majority of work is field based, which may necessitate climbing, navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment. Field work includes exposure to extreme heat, cold or inclement weather. Ability to use standard office equipment. 

Moffatt & Nichol’s EEO Statement:

As a4, sex/gender, including gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer/ Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings. 

EEO is the LAW 

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