Transportation Engineering Intern — Real-World Projects + Mentorship

HDR, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. invites motivated students to join our Transportation Internship/Co‑Op (Traffic/Planning) based in Raleigh, NC, with secondary location in Charlotte. You’ll support urban and rural roadway projects and gain mentorship from experienced engineers.

Success requires current enrollment in an engineering program, strong attention to detail, and good communication. This paid internship emphasizes an employee-owned culture and hands-on learning.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills and basic Microsoft Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Gain real-world experience on urban and rural roadway projects.
• Connect with recent graduates and company leaders through mentoring programs.
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures under supervision.
• Perform assignments such as alignment, profile, geometrics, drainage, and estimates/quantities.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

2 years toward Civil Eng/Transportation Planning degree with 3.0+ GPA

Engineer in Training (EIT) candidate

Tools

ArcGIS

Synchro

HCS

Job description

HDR, Inc. invites motivated students to join our Transportation Internship/Co‑Op (Traffic/Planning) based in Raleigh, NC, with secondary location in Charlotte. You’ll support urban and rural roadway projects and gain mentorship from experienced engineers.

Success requires current enrollment in an engineering program, strong attention to detail, and good communication. This paid internship emphasizes an employee-owned culture and hands-on learning.