Advanced Technology for Surface Transportation (ATST) & Funding Intern

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 34,440,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an Advanced Technology for Surface Transportation (ATST) & Funding Intern to support ITS, ACES vehicle projects, and EV infrastructure planning in the Midwest, with emphasis on Missouri and Kansas. The intern will work under the ATST and Funding Section in Kansas City, reporting to the appropriate supervisor, and engage in grant-writing and geospatial analysis tasks.

This temporary, full-time internship offers exposure to multidisciplinary teams across transportation planning,

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide support on ITS and traffic management system projects, including planning, engineering, design, integration, deployment, operations and maintenance, and communications
• Automated, Connected, Electric, and Shared (ACES) vehicle projects and emerging technology projects
• Electric Vehicle (EV) infrastructure planning and siting
• Grant‑writing assistance
• Geospatial analysis and mapping

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate Engineering program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Advanced Technology for Surface Transportation (ATST) & Funding Intern - ( 194643 )

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.

HDR is seeking an Advanced Technology for Surface Transportation (ATST) & Funding Intern to help expand our services in the Midwest, with a focus on Missouri and Kansas. The position would report to the ATST (Advanced Technology for Surface Transportation) and Funding Section in Kansas City, Missouri.

• Provide support on ITS and traffic management system projects, including planning, engineering, design, integration, deployment, operations and maintenance, and communications
• Automated, Connected, Electric, and Shared (ACES) vehicle projects and emerging technology projects
• Electric Vehicle (EV) infrastructure planning and siting
• Grant‑writing assistance
• Geospatial analysis and mapping

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference given to local candidates

Analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills

Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA

• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
• 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.

Primary Location

United States-Missouri-Kansas City

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Temporary

Business Class

Advanced Technologies for Surface Transportation

Job Posting

Aug 7, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.