Transportation Planning Co-op (PEY)

HDR; Toronto; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned culture

Competitive compensation

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Transportation Planning Co-op in Toronto to support a dynamic team on transit planning projects, master plans, environmental assessments, and travel demand studies. You will contribute to data analysis, GIS mapping, policy research, and stakeholder engagement while developing practical mobility solutions.

Preferred candidates are engineering students with a 3.0+ GPA, familiarity with planning software (EMME, Visum, ArcGIS Pro, R, Python, Synchro, Vissim, Aimsun) and a strong

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• GPA 3.0+ is preferred.
• Interest in transportation planning and ability to work in a collaborative, employee-owned culture.
• Familiarity with transportation planning software (EMME, Visum, ArcGIS Pro, R, Python, Synchro, Vissim, Aimsun) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Data analysis
• Travel demand forecasting
• GIS mapping
• Transportation policy research
• Intersection capacity analysis
• Transit planning and design
• Active transportation planning and analysis
• Report writing
• Data collection, site visits
• Public consultation

Skills

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Undergraduate or graduate Engineering program

GPA 3.0+

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

EMME

Visum

R

Python

Synchro

Vissim

Aimsun

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

Job Summary

The Transportation Planning Co-op will work with a dynamic team of transportation planning / engineering professionals on a variety of transportation planning projects including transit planning projects, transportation master plans, municipal environmental assessments, and travel demand modelling studies.

Your Role

Job responsibilities will vary depending on the strengths of the potential candidate and opportunities available but will generally include:

• Data analysis
• Travel demand forecasting
• GIS mapping
• Transportation policy research
• Intersection capacity analysis
• Transit planning and design
• Active transportation planning and analysis
• Report writing
• Data collection, site visits
• Public consultation

Preferred Qualifications

• Eligible for the PEY program
• Demonstrates a genuine interest in the field of transportation planning
• Currently enrolled in an engineering, geography, urban studies, or similar programs with a 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to transportation planning (for example, EMME, Visum, ArcGIS Pro, R, Python, Synchro, Vissim, Aimsun)

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
• Attention to detail
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) The pay range for Toronto, ON: $21.00 - $31.00 Primary Location:Canada-Ontario-Toronto Industry:Transit Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Temporary BusinessClass:Transportation Planning Job Posting:Aug 12, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affiliated Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.