College Intern - Traffic

RK&K; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

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, 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

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Civil Engineering degree with an interest in transportation.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft 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 and oral communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• 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, 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.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Communication (written and oral)

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Valid driver's license

Education

Pursuing Civil Engineering degree (Transportation)

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 in transportation
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft 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 and oral communication skills
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Classwork in traffic engineering
• Participation in professional societies (ASCE, ITE)
• Applicable prior internship experience
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, MicroStation and/or GIS
• 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.