Traffic and ITS Engineering Intern

AECOM; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Traffic and ITS Engineering Intern to be based in Pittsburgh, PA. The internship is set to begin in May 2027 and aims to provide hands-on experience across design, planning and traffic analysis under the guidance of experienced engineers.

Interns will work on highway design projects, develop drawings, and gain familiarity with Microstation, AutoCAD and MS Office, while developing strong communication and teamwork skills in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Civil Engineering with intent to continue after internship.
• Must have completed at least 2 years of study and be willing to continue to graduate studies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, planning and traffic analysis.
• Create designs, calculations, sketches and final drawings under supervision.
• Provide support to traffic engineering groups on highway design projects.
• Collaborate effectively in a team-based environment.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microstation

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Primary Location: US - Pittsburgh, PA - 436 7th Ave.
• Compensation: USD 22 - USD 27 - hourly

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Traffic and ITS Engineering Intern to be based in Pittsburgh, PA.

This position is expected to start May 2027.

Internships are designed to introduce and build essential, hands-on skills that differ from those attained in the academic arena and help to enhance the transition from student to professional. Interns are assigned duties that will provide a broad, well-rounded learning experience within their field of study.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Builds essential, hands on skills in design, planning, traffic analysis,
• Creates designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Provide support to the traffic engineering groups on highway design and analysis projects.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Civil Engineering with the intent to continue enrollment after the internship and must have completed at least 2years of study. Candidates who have recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree and plan to continue with the master’s degree are eligible to apply for these positions. Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelor’s degree in the most previous school term with an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline at the conclusion of the internship.
• Intern should have successfully completed at least their first year of qualified study in civil engineering or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Microstation and/or AutoCAD softwares
• 1 year of experience in transportation engineering, with an emphasis on traffic design
• Strong technical writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not available for this position
• Relocation assistance and/or per diem is not offered for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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