College Intern - Traffic

Rk; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

RK&K is seeking a Traffic Engineering Intern for the summer of 2027 in Wilmington, DE. You will work with a large team of traffic engineers on diverse projects across the mid-Atlantic region, gaining hands-on experience in design, forecasting, and analysis.

Interns will contribute to field data collection, bicycle/pedestrian facilities, ITS, signaling, and corridor planning while developing practical skills in traffic operations and safety.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Civil Engineering degree with an interest in transportation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong attention to detail and self-motivation.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Support design, forecasting, and analysis tasks in traffic engineering.
• Assist with design and operation of ITS and traffic control devices.
• Contribute to field data collection and office projects across mid-Atlantic region.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Written and verbal communication

Self-motivation

Valid driver's license

Education

Civil Engineering – Transportation focus

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

GIS

HCS

Synchro

SimTraffic

VISSIM

Job description

RK&K is hiring a Traffic Engineering Intern to join our Traffic team in our Wilmington, DE office for the summer of 2027. As an intern in our Traffic 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 traffic engineers and transportation professionals in the industry.

This internship is for Civil Engineering Students in the Transportation discipline who will have completed their second or third year at the end of the Spring 2027 semester.

In this role, interns will gain insight into various aspects of traffic engineering including design, forecasting, and analysis. Traffic Engineering Interns will be exposed to various challenges, projects and technologies related to traffic operations, safety, and design, and will complete tasks both in the office and in the field as needed.

Basic Functions:

• Interns work on projects throughout the mid-Atlantic region including traffic calming, field data collection, roadway improvement projects, design of bicycle and pedestrian facilities, highway safety, work zones, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), corridor planning, signing, lighting, pavement markings, and developing creative solutions to complex projects.
• Assist with the design and operation of intelligent transportation systems and traffic control devices including signal timing and phasing documents.
• Assist with the research and analysis of traffic related topics.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering with an interest intransportation
• 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 & Experience:

• Classwork in traffic engineering
• Participation in professional societies (ASCE, ITE)
• Working knowledge ofAutoCAD,MicroStationand/orGIS
• Exposure to traffic related software (HCS, Synchro, SimTraffic, VISSIM)

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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.