Rail Intern – 307494

Rail Intern – 307494

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
RAIL & TRANSIT PRACTICE
Whether moving people or freight, future rail and transit solutions will be determined by energy prices, a shift toward urban living and growing environmental concerns. Michael Baker helps freight, authority and state Department of Transportation clients meet these modern challenges by providing services that address key industry issues such as state of good repair, capacity, safety, community livability, asset management and maintenance, planning and development for new projects, and the promotion of environmental stewardship and sustainability.

We provide value by first understanding our clients needs, then working with them as a partner to identify innovative and cost-effective solutions that optimize their opportunities for success.

DESCRIPTION
Michael Baker International is seeking a Full-Time Summer 2025 Intern for our Rail & Transit practice to work out of our Cleveland, OH or Pittsburgh, PA (Moon Township) office. With a hybrid work environment, you will work under the direction and supervision of experienced engineers in the office to prepare design calculations, plans, technical specifications, and cost estimates. Intern tasks include basic design, assistance with overall preparation of plans, and calculation of quantities. Tasks may also include field inspection work for the purposes of investigation and plan development. In general, interns support the department with technical duties and daily activities while receiving mentorship to learn the profession.

Additional tasks may include:
  Work closely with professional engineers to execute design tasks: prepare designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates
  Perform analysis and calculations
  Review record plans and develop them within CAD
  Assist with gathering background information related to a project site which includes reviewing as-built plans and mapping existing utility services
  Assists with design, construction documents, plan production, maps, basic reports, and other supporting documentation
  Develop quantities for cost estimating
  Coordinate and collaborate with partially-remote, multi-discipline design team to ensure timely and accurate deliverables
  Assist with preparation for client and project meetings
  Attend internal project meetings and participate as necessary
  Occasionally visit project sites for general inspection and observation, reporting findings to Engineers and/or Project Managers

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
  GED or High School Diploma and pursuing Bachelor or Masters degree in a related field
  1 year of completed college-level coursework
  Minimum 3.0 GPA.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  Familiarity with various CAD and Microsoft Office programs with the potential ability to produce high quality design documents, exhibits, computations, and reports
  Ability to efficiently work independently within a multi-disciplinary team and prioritize project assignments to meet competing deadlines
  Excellent analytical skills
  Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
  Proficiency in organization and presentation of documentation

COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $15.00 to $28.00 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.

MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL EEO STATEMENT
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/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 w ich they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status 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.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 worlds most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

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 Affirmative Action/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, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status 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.Michael Baker Internationalis seeking aFull-Time Summer 2025 Internfor our Rail & Transit practice to work out of ourCleveland, OH or Pittsburgh, PA (Moon Township) office. With a hybrid work environment, you will work under the direction and supervision of experienced engineers in the office to prepare design calculations, plans, technical specifications, and cost estimates. Intern tasks include basic design, assistance with overall preparation of plans, and calculation of quantities. Tasks may also include field inspection work for the purposes of investigation and plan development. In general, interns support the department with technical duties and daily activities while receiving mentorship to learn the profession.