Transportation Civil Engineering Intern - Roadway Design

Parametrix; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Parametrix is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern to join the Transportation team in Emeryville, California. The role offers 12–24 hours per week during the academic year with potential full-time hours in summer and breaks.

You will assist with civil design for transportation facilities, learn AutoCAD Civil 3D, and work alongside experienced engineers to develop practical skills and professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Interest in transportation engineering, roadway design, complete streets, and multimodal transportation solutions.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or other design tools is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support civil engineering design for transportation facilities, roadway improvements, complete streets, and multimodal transportation projects.
• Assist with the preparation of engineering plans, drawings, calculations, and technical documentation under guidance of experienced engineers.
• Gain exposure to roadway geometry, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, intersection improvements, and other transportation infrastructure.
• Learn and develop skills using engineering design software, including AutoCAD Civil 3D and other relevant tools.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and project managers to support project development and delivery.
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and learn about the engineering consulting process.
• Gain exposure to real-world design challenges, project coordination, and development of mobility and safety solutions.

Skills

Interest in transportation engineering

Roadway design

Multimodal transportation

AutoCAD Civil 3D familiarity

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Parametrix is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern to join the Transportation team in Emeryville, California. The role offers 12–24 hours per week during the academic year with potential full-time hours in summer and breaks.

You will assist with civil design for transportation facilities, learn AutoCAD Civil 3D, and work alongside experienced engineers to develop practical skills and professional growth in a collaborative environment.