Transportation Engineering Intern/Co-Op (Traffic/Planning)

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Transportation Engineering Intern/Co-Op (Traffic/Planning) to support our Raleigh, NC office. Join a team of professionals in a company of employee-owners focused on safe, sustainable mobility and community impact.

In this role you’ll gain real-world experience on urban and rural roadway projects, be mentored by project managers, apply standard engineering techniques, and contribute to plans, quantities, and construction estimates.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Prefer 2 years toward Civil Engineering or Transportation Planning degree with GPA 3.0+.
• Familiar with ArcGIS, Synchro, HCS, etc.
• Pursuing Engineer in Training (EIT) certification; local candidates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gain real-world experience on urban and rural roadway projects.
• Connect with recent graduates and mentors through programs.
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Perform alignment, geometrics, drainage, and plan development tasks under supervision.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Civil Engineering or Transportation Planning degree (2 years toward degree, GPA 3.0+)

Engineer in Training (EIT) certification

Tools

ArcGIS

Synchro

HCS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Transportation Engineering Intern/Co-Op (Traffic/Planning) - ( 196660 )

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and each role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

Primary Location

This position will be based in our Raleigh, NC office.

HDR has an opening for a Transportation Engineering Intern/Co-Op (Traffic/Planning) to help support our Transportation Business Group.

In this role, we’ll count on you to:

• Gain real-world experience on exciting urban and rural roadway projects
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professional programs
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager such as alignment and profile, geometrics, drainage, development of plans and construction estimates/quantities.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years completed toward a Civil Engineering or Transportation Planning Degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry (ArcGIS, Synchro, HCS, etc.)
• Working towards an Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate.
• Preference will be given to local candidates.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Temporary

BusinessClass: Highways

Job Posting

Oct 1, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Aff. Action and Equal Opportunity Employee.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.