Intern - Traffic Engineering

GFT; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Traffic Engineering Intern in Denver to contribute to design services for transportation projects. You’ll work on a collaborative team, gain mentorship from seasoned engineers, and help prepare plans, reports, and calculations for highway and multimodal infrastructure.

The role emphasizes learning, hands-on experience, and the potential to convert to a full-time position after internship. Strong communication and a drive to learn are valued attributes.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in ABET-accredited civil engineering program with transportation focus.
• Interest in transportation or traffic engineering evidenced by internships or coursework.
• Basic understanding of traffic engineering principles.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Willingness to learn from experienced engineers and communicate effectively.
• Problem solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to obtain federal security clearance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support real client projects by performing traffic analysis and design tasks, including plans preparation, report writing, and calculations for transportation projects under supervision.
• Provide support in multifaceted transportation projects.
• Assist in quantity and cost estimates and help prepare specifications.
• Check calculations, reports, and drawings for accuracy.
• Run traffic analysis models and utilize CAD design software under guidance.

Skills

ABET-accredited program

Transportation focus

Strong communication skills

Willingness to learn

Basic traffic engineering principles

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree (undergrad/grad) with transportation focus

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Synchro/SimTraffic

HCS

VISSIM

ArcGIS Pro / qGIS

Job description

What You Will Do

Program timeline: Mid-May-mid-August.

Join GFT, an award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm, as a Traffic Engineering Intern and gain real-world experience in a dynamic environment. Our inclusive environment will fuel your innovation and imagination while fostering a sense of belonging.

Working on the transportation team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

During your internship, you will work on a highly functioning team and aid in providing design services for a wide variety of projects. You'll receive guidance, supervision and mentorship by experienced engineers and professionals with your success as the goal. The majority of our interns convert to full-time employees.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Support real client projects by performing traffic analysis and design tasks, including plans preparation, report writing, and calculations for transportation projects under supervision.
• Provide support in multifaceted transportation projects.
• Assist in quantity and cost estimates and help prepare specifications.
• Check calculations, reports, and drawings for accuracy.
• Run traffic analysis models and utilize CAD design software under guidance.

Education | Experience:

What You'll Bring To Our Firm

• Enrolled in an ABET-accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in Civil Engineering with a focus on transportation.
• Demonstrated interest in transportation or traffic engineering through prior internships, work experiences, or applied academic coursework.
• Basic understanding of traffic engineering principles.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Willingness to learn from and communicate with our experienced employees.
• Problem solving abilities and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to obtain federal security clearance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

What We Prefer You Bring

• Prior experience with Synchro/SimTraffic, HCS, VISSIM software.
• Familiarity with GIS software such as ArcGIS Pro or qGIS.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $21.00 - $28.00 per hour. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives

is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location: Denver, CO

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Hourly

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

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