Intern - Transit & Rail Engineering

GFT; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 608,000 - 802,000; Full time

Job summary

GFT in Seattle invites students to join as a Transit & Rail Engineering Intern for mid-May through mid-August, delivering real-world design and field experience on national transit projects.

You will be mentored by engineers, perform calculations, assist with layouts, and participate in field surveys and documentation. Many interns convert to full-time roles after the program.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program with strong coursework.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation; data analysis skills helpful.
• Strong problem-solving and written/verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on real-world railway and transit projects, assisting in design and development.
• Support engineers in understanding project requirements and proposing solutions.
• Perform engineering calculations for railway and transit system design and analysis.
• Assist in designing railway system layouts and coordinating with disciplines.
• Participate in field surveys and contribute to drawings and reports.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Data analysis

Communication

Self-motivated

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program

Bachelors or Masters in Civil Engineering

Tools

Bentley Rail Track

Job description

What You Will Do

Program Timeframe:

Mid-May through mid-August

Join GFT, an award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm, as a Transit & Rail 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 with the public transit team at GFT means shaping the future of transportation, delivering projects that improve mobility, safety, and accessibility for millions of passengers nationwide. Specializing in rail systems, bus rapid transit, and zero-emission mobility solutions, our experts combine deep technical knowledge with innovative thinking to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of transit networks. Together, we're transforming urban landscapes, reducing environmental impact, and connecting communities through state-of-the-art public transportation infrastructure. Explore some of our signature public transit projects here.

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:

• Collaborate on real-world railway and transit projects, assisting in design and development.


• Support engineers in understanding project requirements and proposing innovative solutions.


• Perform engineering calculations for railway and transit system design and analysis.


• Assist in designing railway system layouts and coordinating with multiple disciplines.


• Participate in field surveys and contribute to project documentation, including technical drawings and reports.

Education | Experience:

What You'll Bring To Our Firm

• Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program, pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree. Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation.


• Demonstrated interest in transit and railway engineering through prior internship or applied coursework experience.


• Proficient in data analysis and possess strong problem-solving skills.


• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to learning.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

What We Prefer You Bring

• Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, Bentley Rail Track.


• Familiarity with railway and transit engineering principles and practices.

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.

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

Location: Seattle, WA

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

Employment Status: Hourly

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles- Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the City of San Francisco- Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Applicants in the State of California-Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.