Bridges Industrial Placement Student Review

The Bridges industrial placement role offer hands-on experience in design, inspection and structural assessment of bridges and other heavy civil infrastructure. On a day to day basis, you will complete calculations, create models and technical drawings using software such as MIDAS and AutoCAD and write reports. There is opportunity for site visits and collaboration across other disciplines within Mott MacDonald.

I feel grateful to have been given a high level of involvement within projects from such an early stage of my industrial placement. This allowed me to broaden my knowledge of engineering theory and practice. I assisted in analysis and calculations of bridge structures, created technical drawings and wrote many technical and inspection reports for client submission. This responsibility helped build my confidence.

In my bridges placement year, I have gained invaluable new skills in structural analysis and using design software such as MIDAS, AutoCAD and grasshopper. I have gained skills in technical report writing for submission to client. I have also developed many existing skills including: teamwork, communication and time management skills, as I have worked on a variety of projects with many different experienced engineers. Overall, this year in industry has significantly contributed towards my technical and interpersonal development in bridge engineering.

I received guidance from the bridges team throughout my placement. In quarterly reviews, I was given feedback from my line manager, which allowed me improve my skills and provide valuable insights on tasks. Th environment at Motts was very collaborative therefore it allowed me to ask questions and receive assistance when needed.

The company culture is inclusive and supportive. Mott MacDonalds follow a set PRIDE values (Progress, Respect, Integrity, Drive, Excellence) and promote a healthy work life balance. The work place has a professional atmosphere, with an emphasis on striving for personal development and growth.

I have enjoyed my Placement on the Bridges Team at Mott MacDonald. The hand on experience has allowed me to apply my knowledge from university in real-life projects. The positive and supportive environment has allowed me to grow both technically and professionally. The variety of projects, which I have worked on throughout my placement year has been rewarding and engaging. This experience has greatly enriched my professional development and passion towards the civil engineering industry.

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