Roadway Engineer - Intern

Whitman, Requardt and Associates, LLP; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP currently seeks a motivated Civil Engineering intern to join our Transportation team in Raleigh, NC. You will gain hands-on experience in highway and roadway design projects under licensed engineers and participate in CAD drafting using MicroStation or AutoCAD.

The internship emphasizes exposure to real-world engineering challenges, collaboration with traffic, structural, and environmental engineers, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a bachelor’s or master's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• Strong interest in transportation and highway/roadway engineering.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Exposure to engineering software e.g., MicroStation, AutoCAD, or Civil 3D is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and analysis of highway and roadway projects under the supervision of licensed engineers.
• Support the preparation of construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and assist with CAD drafting using MicroStation or AutoCAD.
• Conduct field visits and assist with data collection and site assessments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including traffic, structural, and environmental engineers.
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to design discussions.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Written communication

Teamwork

Civil Engineering interest

Education

ABET accredited Civil Engineering program

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world!

WRA is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our Transportation Engineering team in our Raleigh, NC office. This internship offers hands‑on experience in highway and roadway design projects, providing exposure to real‑world engineering challenges and professional development opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and analysis of highway and roadway projects under the supervision of licensed engineers.
• Support the preparation of construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and assist with CAD drafting using MicroStation or AutoCAD.
• Conduct field visits and assist with data collection and site assessments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including traffic, structural, and environmental engineers.
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to design discussions.

Requirements:

• Must be pursuing a bachelor’s or master's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• Strong interest in transportation and highway/roadway engineering.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Exposure to engineering software e.g., MicroStation, AutoCAD, or Civil #D is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Required Submissions:

• Resume
• A copy of current, or most recent, school transcript (If you are applying via a 3rd party site that does not allow attachments, please email transcript to [e-mail]

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

The expected hourly compensation range for this position is $21.50 - $24.50. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (No sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment‑based visa)

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