Intern, Transportation Design (Summer 2027)

WSB; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

WSB invites you to join the Transportation Design Intern program in Minnesota, offering hands-on experience on real projects alongside engineers and project teams. You will contribute to design tasks, learn industry software, and develop professional skills in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Internship candidates should be pursuing a Civil/Transportation Engineering degree and be eligible to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Civil/Transportation Engineering degree, junior or senior.
• Interest in transportation design and infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design and plans for roadways, highways, trails, and related infrastructure.
• Support engineers with design calculations, cost estimates, traffic analyses.
• Prepare reports, specifications, permits, and other project docs.
• Review drawings for accuracy and compliance with design standards.
• Participate in meetings, site visits, and data collection activities.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, planners, and other disciplines.
• Support project coordination, research, and design alternatives.
• Learn transportation design standards and project delivery processes.
• Assist with use of industry software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenRoads.
• Contribute to safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation systems.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Time management

Reading plans/drawings

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Transportation Engineering

Enrolled as junior or senior

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Forge ahead with WSB. Join WSB's award winning National Internship Program and gain real world experience that helps shape your future. At WSB, our people first culture is built on meaningful relationships, teamwork, and innovative thinking. We believe the best learning happens through hands on experience, mentorship, and the opportunity to make a real impact.

As an intern, you'll work alongside talented professionals, tackle meaningful projects, and develop skills that will prepare you for the next step in your career.

To be considered for this internship, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required.

What You Will Do

The Transportation Design Intern will support the planning, design, and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects while gaining hands on experience working alongside engineers and project teams. This role provides exposure to roadway, highway, traffic, and transportation improvement projects and the opportunity to develop technical and professional skills in a collaborative environment.

• Assisting with the design and preparation of plans for transportation projects, including roadways, highways, intersections, trails, and related infrastructure.
• Supporting engineers with design calculations, cost estimates, traffic analyses, and technical evaluations.
• Assisting in the preparation of reports, specifications, permit applications, and other project documentation.
• Reviewing engineering drawings, plans, and technical documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with design standards.
• Participating in project meetings, site visits, field observations, and data collection activities.
• Collaborating with engineers, designers, planners, and other disciplines to deliver high-quality transportation solutions.
• Supporting project coordination, research, and the development of design alternatives.
• Assisting with the use of industry software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, or other transportation design tools.
• Learning transportation design standards, engineering practices, and project delivery processes while contributing to active projects.
• Supporting the development of safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation systems for public and private clients.

What You Will Bring

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related engineering program from an accredited university.
• Entering Junior or Senior year of study at the time of the internship.
• Interest in transportation design, roadway engineering, traffic engineering, highway design, or transportation infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, or other transportation design software is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, drawings, and technical documents.
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Eagerness to learn transportation design standards, engineering principles, and project delivery processes.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record preferred.

Who We Are

WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.

Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short-and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

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