Civil Engineering Internship - Traffic & Technology

Olsson

Quinte West

On-site

CAD 25,000 - 36,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match
Career development paths
Flexible work arrangements
Wellness program

Job summary

Olsson’s Traffic & Technology team provides innovative solutions for traffic management, signal systems, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). As an engineering student intern, you will perform meaningful, hands-on, real-world work that will transform your classroom experience and help you envision your future career.

You’ll use CAD software to create plans and perform traffic design work related to signals, roundabouts, pavement marking, signing, and temporary traffic control.

Qualifications

  • Pursuing a degree in civil engineering and strong communication skills.
  • Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
  • Proficient with CAD software and common Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

  • Create plans using CAD for traffic management projects (signals, roundabouts, markings).
  • Perform traffic design work and related tasks.
  • Assist with field observations and site visits when required.

Skills

Strong communication skills
Team collaboration
Problem-solving
Attention to detail

Education

Pursuing a degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Olsson’s Traffic & Technology team provides innovative solutions for traffic management, signal systems, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). As an engineering student intern, you will perform meaningful, hands-on, real-world work that will transform your classroom experience and help you envision your future career. You’ll use CAD software to create plans and perform traffic design work related to signals, roundabouts, pavement marking, signing, and temporary traffic control. You will also get the chance to be involved with traffic operations and signal timings, safety, or pedestrian circulation studies. Depending on projects, you may also have the opportunity to travel to a job site for field observation.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

  • Working collaboratively with others.
  • Having ownership in the work you do.
  • Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to contribute and work well on a team
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Pursuing a degree in civil engineering
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD
  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Strong attention to detail

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

  • Receive a competitive 401(k) match
  • Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
  • Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
  • Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
  • Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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