Traffic Civil Engineer Co-Op New Phoenix, AZ

Burgess & Niple, Inc.; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Burgess & Niple, Inc. is seeking a Traffic Engineer Co-op in the Phoenix area.

You will work with experienced staff to gain hands-on experience in traffic design, modeling, and safety analyses, supporting projects for state DOTs and local jurisdictions. The role emphasizes learning design analysis, data collection, and interdisciplinary collaboration while developing technical skills in MicroStation, AutoCAD Civil3D, and related tools.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate student pursuing a BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Strong interest in traffic engineering; prior co-ops are a plus.
• Experience with MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and PDF markup tools.

Responsibilities

• Learn design analysis skills for traffic engineering projects for state DOTs and municipalities.
• Assist with capacity, safety analyses, data collection, signing, and signal design tasks.
• Support report development and scoping, construction plans, and cost estimates using design tools.

Skills

Traffic engineering interest

Communication skills

Team collaboration

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD Civil3D

BlueBeam Revu / Adobe Acrobat

Job description

For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.

Gain practical experience in transportation engineering focusing on Traffic projects with our team as a Traffic Engineer Co-op. In this role, you'll work alongside early career and experienced engineers to gain an understanding of traffic design and consulting. You'll gain hands- on experience across areas that could include traffic and capacity studies, crash and safety analysis, traffic modeling or traffic control, while developing the technical skills and problem-solving abilities that will create a foundation for your career.

What You’ll Do

• Under the direction of experienced technical staff, you’ll learn design analysis skills for a variety of traffic engineering design projects for state DOTs and/or local municipalities
• Projects may include capacity analysis, safety analysis, data collection, signing and pavement marking design, signal and maintenance of traffic design
• Assist engineers with developing reports that summarize traffic and safety analyses for large interchange projects or urban and rural roadways and intersections
• Assist engineers with project scoping and final design, such as developing construction plans, cost estimates, and specifications using design tools such as MicroStation and AutoCAD

Skills & Qualifications

• Current undergraduate student in good academic standing pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program and completion of one year coursework required
• A strong interest in traffic engineering; previous co-ops are a plus
• Experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Ability to learn PDF markup/review tools, such as BlueBeam Revu or Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to learn MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer or AutoCAD/Civil3D drawing software packages, direct experience is a plus
• Excellent communication skills and a willingness to collaborate, learn, and grow
• Availability to work part-time Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 Semesters
• Availability to work full-time Summer 2027 Semester

Typical work schedule is Monday - Friday, 30 - 40 hours per week. Housing and transportation to/from work is the responsibility of the co‑op, parking is provided.

Burgess & Niple is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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