Transportation Engineering Intern

Mead & Hunt, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mead & Hunt, Inc. invites you to join our summer internship experience in the Traffic Engineering & Advanced Mobility (TEAM) group. This full-time summer role offers hands-on exposure to traffic control devices, ITS applications, and corridor studies while working with industry professionals.

You'll perform data collection, CAD-based drawings, and research standards such as MUTCD and AASHTO. The role emphasizes collaboration, learning, and contributing to safe, efficient transportation solutions.

Qualifications

• Completed at least one transportation engineering related course.
• Prior related internship experience.
• Knowledge of MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
• Experience with traffic simulation software (e.g., HCS, Synchro).
• A passion to contribute to innovative solutions that improve transportation systems.

Responsibilities

• Traffic data collection and field work.
• Assist with engineering drawings, plan prep, and reports using CAD/traffic software.
• Research MUTCD, AASHTO, and local standards to support design.
• Collaborate with engineers to brainstorm safety and mobility solutions.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Traffic data collection

CAD

Traffic modeling

MUTCD familiarity

AASHTO familiarity

Education

Transport engineering course

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

HCS

Synchro

Job description

Mead & Hunt, a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm, invites you to join our internship experience for a limited-term, full-time summer internship with our Traffic Engineering & Advanced Mobility (TEAM) group.

Our TEAM focuses on the analysis, design, and implementation of traffic control devices (e.g., signing, pavement markings, traffic signals, roadway lighting) as well as Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) such as variable speed limits and ramp metering along our roadways to improve traffic safety and mobility. In addition, we support corridor studies, safety audits, and complete streets initiatives to ensure our transportation network is efficient, accessible, and safe for all users: drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit riders alike.

Responsibilities include:

• Traffic data collection & field work
• Use CAD and/or traffic modeling software to assist with engineering drawings, plan preparation, and project reports
• Research MUTCD, AASHTO, and local standards to support design recommendations
• Collaborate with professional engineers to brainstorm innovative safety / mobility solutions
• Other tasks as assigned

The ideal candidate will have any/all the following:

• Completed at least one transportation engineering related course
• Prior related internship experience
• Knowledge of MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
• Experience with traffic simulation software (e.g., HCS, Synchro)
• A passion to contribute to innovative solutions that improve our transportation systems

Physical Requirements:

This role involves working outdoors on a regular basis in various conditions, including live traffic environments, and requires the ability to lift and squat at least 25 pounds.

At Mead & Hunt we shape the future by putting people first. If you have strong communication and organizational skills, are self-motivated, and can work well both independently and as part of a team, we can help you grow your career working with industry experts on exciting projects.

Hourly Rate Range: $21.00 to $26.00 – Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: experience, skill set or location.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

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