Highway Design Intern

GAI Consultants Inc; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Creighton Manning, a GAI company, is seeking a Highway Design Intern to assist in planning, design, and development of transportation infrastructure in Albany, NY. You will work under experienced engineers and project managers to support roadway alignments, designs, drainage, reports, and cost estimates.

The role involves field visits, data collection, plan production, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Interest in transportation engineering and roadway design.
• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program or equivalent.
• Self-motivated with strong work ethic and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with highway design plans, details, and construction documents under supervision.
• Support roadway design tasks including alignments, profiles, cross sections, grading, drainage, and traffic plans.
• Perform engineering calculations, quantity takeoffs, and basic analyses.
• Collect, review, and organize field and project data.
• Prepare drawings, exhibits, and supporting documentation using design software.
• Assist with project reports and cost estimates.
• Participate in field visits and site investigations to support project development.
• Attend team meetings and coordinate with engineers, planners, surveyors and staff.
• Assist with permit applications and coordination documents as needed.
• Support public involvement activities and attend client meetings when appropriate.
• Perform other related engineering and administrative tasks.

Skills

Transportation engineering

Roadway design

Strong communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Pursuing Civil Engineering degree (ABET/EAC)

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Highway Design Interns assist in the planning, design, and development of transportation infrastructure projects under the guidance of experienced engineers and project managers. Interns apply engineering principles and industry standards to support the preparation of roadway alignments, profiles, cross sections, drainage designs, maintenance and protection of traffic plans, and technical reports. Responsibilities may include data collection and analysis, quantity calculations, plan production, and the use of engineering design software such as MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer. This work typically involves contributing to highway reconstruction, roadway widening, intersection improvements, complete streets projects, and other transportation improvement initiatives as part of multidisciplinary project teams.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist with the preparation of highway design plans, details, and construction documents under the supervision of experienced engineers.
• Support roadway design tasks including alignments, profiles, cross sections, grading, drainage, and maintenance and protection of traffic plans.
• Perform engineering calculations, quantity takeoffs, and basic technical analyses.
• Collect, review, and organize field, traffic, and other project-related data.
• Prepare drawings, exhibits, visual aids, and supporting documentation using engineering design software.
• Assist with the development of project reports and cost estimates.
• Participate in field visits, site investigations, and construction observations to support project development and delivery.
• Attend project team meetings and coordinate with engineers, planners, surveyors, and other technical staff.
• Assist with the preparation of permit applications and coordination documents as needed.
• Support public involvement activities and attend client, agency, and public meetings when appropriate.
• Perform other related engineering and administrative tasks as assigned in support of transportation projects.

Job Requirements:

Interest in transportation engineering, roadway design, highway reconstruction, and related infrastructure projects. Working towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree in related discipline such as civil engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program or an approved equivalent. Self-motivated and strong work ethic. Strong organizational and communication skills required; ability to multi-task and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Pay Range:

Albany, NY: $21.80/hour – $28/hour

Pay will be based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and position location.

Why Creighton Manning?

Creighton Manning, a GAI company, offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and support infrastructure that strengthens communities. You’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team contributing to projects that improve transportation networks, support municipal services, advance land development, and expand energy infrastructure.

At Creighton Manning, you’ll work alongside engineers, planners, surveyors, inspectors, and support professionals in a collaborative, client-focused environment. As part of our family of GAI companies, Creighton Manning offers the teamwork and client focus of a regional firm, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.

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Travel Required

No .

Required

High School or better.

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