College Intern - Highways

Rk; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

RK&K is seeking a Transportation Design Intern to join the Highways team in Fairfax, VA. The role runs through the summer with potential to extend during the school year. Interns gain on-the-job training and collaborate with a large transportation engineering group.

The position offers exposure to MicroStation, roadways, pedestrian facilities, and related design tasks across the Southeast region, with office and field work as needed.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Work on Southeast region projects including field data collection and roadway design.
• Collaborate with team members to develop creative solutions to transportation challenges.

Skills

Civil Engineering student

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Written and oral communication

Driver's license

Education

Civil Engineering degree (pursuing)

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

GIS

Job description

RK&K is hiring a Transportation Design Intern to join our Highways team in our Fairfax, VA office.

The position will continue through the summer, with the ability to work through the school year if desired. As an Intern in our Highways Department at RK&K, you will receive on-the-job training, work alongside, and collaborate closely with one of the largest, most talented groups of transportation engineering professionals in the industry.

In this role, you will gain experience using MicroStation CADD and associated transportation design software. You will gain insight and experience into the steps required to develop designs for linear transportation projects that may include new roadways, roadway extensions, pedestrian / bike facilities, traffic calming and intersection safety improvements. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to work with our structures, hydraulics, geotechnical and environmental groups. You will be exposed to design challenges and will complete tasks both in the office and in the field as needed.

• Work on projects throughout the Southeast region including field data collection, design of roadway, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, maintenance of traffic / construction work zones, corridor planning, cost estimating, structures and hydraulics and collaborating with team members to develop creative solutions to complex challenges.

Required Skills and Experience

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering
• Proficient knowledge ofMicrosoft Office products(Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Self-motivated with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent written andoral communicationskills
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Participation in professional societies (ASCE, ASHE, etc.)
• Basic knowledge ofAutoCAD,MicroStationand/orGIS

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

RK&K is an Equal Opportunity Employer

RK&K ensures equal employment opportunity in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities, you may contact Human Resources at 410-728-2900. Persons with hearing-and speech-impairments can contact RK&K by using the Virginia Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD.) Call 711 for TTY/TDD or use the website at www.varelay.org.

If you need more information or special assistance regarding limited English proficiency, contact your RK&K office receptionist and they will be able to direct you to: 1) an individual within our company that speaks your language; 2) an outside service that can assist you in communicating with RK&K; or 3) you may also contact Human Resources at 410-728-2900.