Transportation Engineering Intern

Ardurra; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardurra invites a Transportation Engineering Intern to join our Seattle team for Summer 2027. You will support realistic transportation projects, assist in design, modeling, and data collection, and grow technical skills under close supervision.

The role requires pursuing a Bachelor’s in Civil/Transportation Engineering and familiarity with Bentley/Autodesk software. Competitive hourly pay and practical project exposure accompany your development.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering.
• Familiarity with Bentley or Autodesk software (MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD, Civil 3D).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Team-oriented and able to work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design and analysis of transportation infrastructure, including roadways and drainage.
• Prepare drawings, reports, and specifications.
• Conduct transportation design, modeling, and quantity take-offs.
• Participate in field investigations and data collection.
• Support cost estimates, permitting, and project scheduling.
• Review drawings for accuracy and standards compliance.
• Use engineering software and MS Office to support tasks.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Technical writing

Initiative & reliability

Verbal & written communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads

AutoCAD

Revit

Civil 3D

GIS

ProjectWise

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ardurra is seeking a Transportation Engineering Intern to join our team in Seattle, WA.

Primary Function

Ardurra is seeking a Transportation Engineering Intern to join our team for the summer of 2027. As a Transportation Engineering Intern, you will support engineering assignments that contribute to a wide range of meaningful transportation projects that support municipalities and public agencies. This internship is designed to give you exposure to real-world engineering work, build your technical skills, and help you explore a future career in the civil engineering industry.

Primary Duties

• Assist in the design and analysis of transportation infrastructure, including roadway, drainage, signing and pavement markings, and other related transportation systems.
• Prepare engineering drawings, reports, technical memoranda, and specifications.
• Conduct transportation design and modeling, engineering calculations, and material quantity take-offs.
• Participate in field investigations, field tests, measurements, and site inspections; collect and process field data.
• Contact vendors to obtain budgetary quotes and assist in developing construction cost estimates.
• Support permitting, regulatory compliance documentation, and project scheduling efforts.
• Review design drawings within defined limits for accuracy and adherence to standards.
• Utilize various engineering software tools, Microsoft Office applications, and design programs to support project tasks
• Assume additional responsibilities as needed to support the team and organization’s goals.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of fundamental engineering principles, standard procedures, and commonly used software tools to support project tasks and documentation.
• Skills in organizing data, technical writing, and problem solving to contribute to project deliverables.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and reliability, learn new engineering processes, and collaborate effectively with project teams under close supervision.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including active listening.
• Time management.

Education, Certification and Experience Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or related discipline.
• Familiarity with Bentley or Autodesk software, such as MicroStation, OpenRoads, ProjectWise, AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, and GIS preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and work ethic
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Team-oriented and self-motivated with the ability to work with a team of professionals and independently
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Bluebeam and Outlook

Competencies

• Accountability
• Adaptability
• Communication
• Planning & Organization
• Personal Development

Working Environment/Physical Requirements

Work is generally conducted in a standard office administrative setting with limited exposure to physical hazards. This role involves minimal to moderate physical activity, including handling items weighing up to 20 pounds. It may require occasional standing or walking but primarily focuses on working at a keyboard, workstation, or desk.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. The expected hourly range for this position is $20/hr to $30/hr.

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.