Traffic Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

STV; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance and AD&D

401(k) Plan

Retirement Counseling

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Back-Up Dependent Care

Parental Leave

Continuing Education Program

Professional Licensure and Society

Job summary

STV is seeking an enthusiastic Traffic Engineering Intern to join our team in Austin, TX. This hybrid internship requires in-office presence at least 3 days per week and is open to undergraduate and graduate students.

You will assist with traffic engineering studies, simulations using VISSIM, Synchro/SimTraffic, HCS, and drafting reports. Preference for at least 3 months and full-time availability.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field at an ABET-accredited university or NCEES equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist with traffic engineering studies and transportation planning.
• Conduct traffic simulations and operational analyses using VISSIM, Synchro/SimTraffic, and HCS.
• Prepare and review traffic impact studies, technical reports, and analyses.
• Support transportation safety analyses for vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists.
• Assist with traffic signal operations, coordination, timing, and pedestrian facilities.

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering or related field (Bachelor's or Master's)

Tools

VISSIM

Synchro/SimTraffic

HCS

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

STV is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Traffic Engineering Intern to join our team. This internship offers an opportunity for undergraduate and graduate-level candidates to work alongside our experienced team, learn, and contribute to meaningful transportation projects. This hybrid position requires at least 3 days a week in the office. Preference will be given to those who can participate in the internship for at least 3 months and can work full-time.

Responsibilities

• Assist with traffic engineering studies, transportation planning, and traffic design projects.
• Conduct traffic simulation and operational analyses using software such as VISSIM, Synchro/SimTraffic, and HCS.
• Assist with the preparation and review of traffic impact studies, technical reports, and analysis documentation.
• Support transportation safety analyses involving vehicles, pedestrians, and bicyclists.
• Assist with traffic signal operations, signal coordination and timing, and pedestrian and bicycle facility analysis.
• Develop design concepts and assist with roadway signing, pavement markings, and maintenance of traffic (MPT) plans using MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
• Support multidisciplinary project teams by providing traffic engineering input for environmental studies, roadway design, and Design Approval Documents.
• Coordinate with project team members and assist with communication with state Departments of Transportation (DOTs) and local agencies.
• Assist with data collection, analysis, and the preparation of technical proposals and business development materials.
• Participate in public information meetings and other project-related activities.
• Perform other tasks as assigned to support project goals and team objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field at an ABET-accredited university or NCEES equivalent.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Compensation Range

$47,959.00 - $54,498.00

STV offers the following benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Back-Up Dependent Care
• Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.