Traffic Engineering Intern - Summer 2027, Hands-on Planning

ATCS; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

ATCS in Herndon, VA is seeking a Traffic Engineering Intern to join our 2027 Summer Internship Program. You’ll work with engineers on transportation projects, gaining hands-on experience and learning about traffic engineering.

The internship runs May/June through August 2027. Responsibilities include data collection and analysis, assisting with engineering plans and reports, and using MicroStation or AutoCAD. You are pursuing a BS in Civil Engineering with an interest in traffic engineering.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Interest in traffic engineering, transportation planning, or transportation design.
• Previous coursework related to traffic engineering or transportation is preferred.
• Previous internship or related experience is a plus, but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
• Exposure to MicroStation, AutoCAD, or other engineering/design software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supporting engineers with traffic engineering and transportation planning projects.
• Assisting with the collection, organization, and analysis of traffic and project data.
• Supporting the preparation of engineering plans, studies, reports, and other project documents.
• Using engineering and design software to assist with project deliverables.
• Collaborating with engineers and other team members to complete project tasks.
• Participating in project meetings and gaining exposure to the day-to-day work of a traffic engineering team.
• Assisting with other technical and administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Team-oriented

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

ATCS in Herndon, VA is seeking a Traffic Engineering Intern to join our 2027 Summer Internship Program. You’ll work with engineers on transportation projects, gaining hands-on experience and learning about traffic engineering.

The internship runs May/June through August 2027. Responsibilities include data collection and analysis, assisting with engineering plans and reports, and using MicroStation or AutoCAD. You are pursuing a BS in Civil Engineering with an interest in traffic engineering.