Transportation Engineering Intern

baxterwoodman; Bannockburn (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Work from home half Fridays

Job summary

Baxter & Woodman is seeking a Transportation Engineering Intern to support our Bannockburn, O’Hare, Crystal Lake, Naperville, or Mokena, IL offices. This on‑the‑job experience will involve transportation planning and design within a collaborative team environment.

You will assist with plan reviews, CAD drafting, traffic analysis, data collection, surveying, and construction inspection while pursuing a 4‑year civil engineering degree with a transportation focus.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a 4-year Civil Engineering degree with a transportation emphasis.
• Available to start May 2027.
• Willing to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman’s service area.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan Review and coordination for transportation projects.
• CAD drafting and plan preparation tasks.
• Quantity computation and data collection for design.
• Traffic analysis and survey activities.
• Construction inspection support on site.

Skills

Plan Review

Traffic Analysis

Data Collection

Survey

Construction Inspection

Team Player

Strong Communication

Education

4-year Civil Engineering degree (Transportation)

Tools

CAD

Job description

Your future position: Transportation Engineering Intern

Choose your location: Bannockburn, Chicago O’Hare, Crystal Lake, Naperville, or Mokena, IL

Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman?

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary, and being honored as one of the 2026 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

About the role, Your Impact

Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Transportation Intern in our Bannockburn, Chicago O’Hare, Crystal Lake, Naperville, or Mokena, IL offices. This on-the-job experience will support the firm’s transportation department with the planning and design of a variety of transportation facilities and offer the opportunity to work within a transportation design team.

What your day-to-day will look like, what you will learn on the job

• Plan Review
• CAD
• Quantity Computation
• Plan Preparation
• Traffic Analysis
• Data Collection
• Survey
• Construction Inspection

Education Requirement

• Ongoing pursuit of a 4-year degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Transportation Engineering.

Must-haves, what you will bring

• Available to start May 2027.
• Ability to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman’s service area (own transportation).
• Work in a team environment.
• Strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills.

Compensation

-The hourly pay for this role is $23.00. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.”

You matter! Our outstanding benefits -

At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home on half Fridays and varied schedules. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer.