Traffic Engineering and Transportation Systems Co-op

VHB; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

VHB’s Traffic Engineering and Transportation Systems Co-op in Watertown, MA offers a hands-on learning experience designed to bridge academic knowledge with practical work on real-world projects. The program runs January through June 2027 and exposes interns to design, planning, and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities include roadway drawings, right-of-way planning, field data collection, and supporting project delivery while gaining insight into multimodal transportation solutions and

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in engineering or a related field.
• Strong interest in transportation.
• Ability to work remotely if necessary.
• Ability to travel locally and complete fieldwork if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare roadway drawings and estimates.
• Prepare right-of-way and easement plans.
• Assist in development of planning and engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with VHB staff to advance projects in a timely manner.
• Perform field data collection and on-site project support.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team oriented

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Education

Currently pursuing engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

About the Position

VHB’s Traffic Engineering and Transportation Systems Co-op – Watertown, MA is designed to introduce students into the workforce. The program will build essential professional skills by offering opportunities for hands-on learning in a supportive yet challenging environment. The intern program is designed to round out participants’ academic learning with real-world experience and help them explore related areas of practice to find the best fit for their career path. Co-op terms generally run from January – June 2027. Our Transportation team works with public, private, and institutional clients to support a variety of projects. Our services include design of multilane highways and interchanges to the reconstruction of arterials and local roads, bridges, small intersection improvements, on-and off-street bicycle facilities, operational analysis, multimodal planning, conceptual design, parking analysis, and safety evaluations. We collaborate across our footprint with numerous other VHB groups on many of our transformative projects.

R esponsibilities

• Preparation of roadway drawings and estimates
• Preparation right-of-way and easement plans
• Assist in development of planning and engineering solutions
• Collaborate with numerous VHB staff to advance projects in a timely manner
• Perform field data collection and other on-site project support activities

Skills And Abilities

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Team oriented with strong capability to work independently
• Self-motivated with attention to detail
• A strong work ethic with the desire to learn and achieve
• Knowledge of drawing and mapping tools such as AutoCAD and GIS
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) required

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in engineering or a related field
• Strong interest in transportation
• Ability to work on a computer remotely if necessary
• Ability to travel locally and complete fieldwork if necessary

The hourly pay range for this position, located in Massachusetts, is $19 to $30. The actual hourly rate offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted hourly range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits available to eligible employees are outlined in our Total Rewards Program.

VHB offers a differentiating work experience, including a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs.

Details on VHB’s benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist

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When You Join VHB, You’ll Find

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

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VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.