Traffic Engineering Intern: Real-World Design & Analysis

GFT; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

GFT, an award-winning AEC firm, seeks a Traffic Engineering Intern for a mid-May to mid-August program in Wichita, KS. You will join the transportation team to work on highway and bridge projects, perform traffic analyses, and assist with design tasks under supervision.

The role emphasizes learning from engineers, performing CAD tasks (AutoCAD/MicroStation), and contributing to cost estimates and specifications. Interns may convert to full-time positions.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited civil engineering program with transportation focus.
• Interest in transportation or traffic engineering demonstrated via internships or coursework.
• Basic understanding of traffic engineering principles.
• Familiarity with CAD software (AutoCAD or MicroStation).
• Willingness to learn from experienced staff and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support real client projects by performing traffic analysis and design tasks, including plans preparation, report writing, and calculations for transportation projects under supervision.
• Provide support in multifaceted transportation projects.
• Assist in quantity and cost estimates and help prepare specifications.
• Check calculations, reports, and drawings for accuracy.
• Run traffic analysis models and utilize CAD design software under guidance.

Skills

Traffic engineering basics

Communication skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Willingness to learn

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Synchro/SimTraffic

HCS

VISSIM

ArcGIS Pro

QGIS

Job description

GFT, an award-winning AEC firm, seeks a Traffic Engineering Intern for a mid-May to mid-August program in Wichita, KS. You will join the transportation team to work on highway and bridge projects, perform traffic analyses, and assist with design tasks under supervision.

The role emphasizes learning from engineers, performing CAD tasks (AutoCAD/MicroStation), and contributing to cost estimates and specifications. Interns may convert to full-time positions.