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Engineers design the roads, bridges, and systems that move the world. It’s a high-impact, in-demand career that goes beyond structures. See how these engineers solve real problems—and picture yourself doing the same.
Current opportunities
Ready to build something real?
Join an upcoming STEM challenge from us and our partners. Solve real-world problems, collaborate with global peers, gain Bentley software skills recruiters look for, and graduate with a portfolio-ready project.
2026 AASHTO Bridge Challenge
Region: United States
Date
November-April
Requirements
Student teams from grades 7-8, 9-10, and 11-12 will compete against other STEM Outreach Solutions teams from across the country. Interested teams must register before the deadline of November 3, 2026 and finals will be held at the AASHTO Spring Meeting, April 13-15, 2026. Please note there is a maximum limit of five competition entries per school.
Software
MicroStation
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2025 AISC/ASCE Steel Bridge Competition
Region: United States
Requirements
Software
STAAD.Pro
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Past opportunities
Winning ideas that made an impact
AASHTO Bridge Building Competition
Secondary school student teams across the United States compete in the AASHTO Bridge Challenge, showcasing skills in bridge design, modeling, and engineering. AASHTO’s STEM bridge competition, inspires future engineers through hands-on learning and collaboration.
iTwin4Good Competition
Enactus is creating the next generation of impact leaders. The iTwin4Good competition inspires students to address sustainable development goals using digital twins.
DEC 2024 Challenge: Design a NET ZERO Rail Hub
Secondary school students (ages 11– 16) globally participated in the Class of Your Own (COYO), Design…Engineer…Construct! (DEC) Challenge for 2024. The winning Uptown International School team from Dubai designed a sustainable rail station hub and route.
Education partners
Engage with leading engineering institutions
Join a challenge and you’ll be in the room with professionals from top universities, industry organizations, and engineering firms. Here are some of the academic and professional institutions that we work with to support the future of STEM.
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