Transportation Intern - Municipal

Garver; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Garver Launch program

Wellness program

Volunteer activities

Learning and development trainings

Job summary

Garver invites a civil engineering student to join the Overland Park Municipal Transportation Team as a Transportation Intern. You will gain real‑world experience in plan preparation, design, maintenance of traffic, and drainage work alongside a dynamic group in an office setting with site visits.

The Garver Launch program supports your growth with daily collaboration, wellness initiatives, volunteer activities, and tailored training to build professional skills throughout the summer.

Qualifications

• Pursuing civil engineering degree from ABET-accredited program.
• Interest in transportation engineering and design.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable and responsible; previous internship experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in plan preparation and design for transportation projects.
• Learn and use municipal roadway design software and tools.
• Visit active construction sites to observe methods and practices.

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

Reliable and responsible

Education

Pursuing civil engineering degree from ABET-accredited program

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil3D

InRoads/OpenRoads

CulvertMaster/FlowMaster

Job description

Transportation Intern - Municipal

Overland Park, Kansas

Our experienced Overland Park Municipal Transportation Team is seeking a civil engineering student to gain real‑world experience as a Transportation Municipal Intern.

Internship Description

Actively participate in plan preparation and design by working alongside our dynamic team and being exposed to many aspects of transportation engineering, including roadway, intersection (including roundabout), maintenance of traffic, and drainage designs.

• Become familiar with industry standards for municipal roadway design and plan preparation. Learn and utilize industry‑related design software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil3D, Inroads/OpenRoads, and CulvertMaster/FlowMaster.
• Visit active construction sites to gain knowledge of construction methods and observe construction management practices.
• Be a strong team player with a commitment to becoming a key member of this highly productive design team.

Garver Launch Program

Elevate your summer experience with our immersive hands‑on intern development program. With Garver, you will:

• Engage daily with fellow Garver Launch interns and industry professionals to build your network.
• Participate in Garver’s acclaimed wellness program, empowering you to prioritize your overall well‑being.
• Give back to your community through volunteer activities as part of our Garver Gives initiative.
• Enhance your professional growth by collaborating with Garver’s Learning and Development team, which offers tailored training and programs, including skills‑based courses, designed to support your development.

Requirements

• Must be pursuing a civil engineering degree from an ABET accredited program.
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in transportation engineering.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable and responsible individual.
• Previous internship experience (preferred).

Work Environment

This is an in‑office position; duties and responsibilities are generally performed in an office setting. Occasional travel to off‑site locations to perform work and work‑related tasks or to attend meetings may be required. This job description is intended to be generic in nature, and not all listed functions may be assigned.

Grow with us

Garver offers its employees programs such as company‑paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work‑life balance.

About Garver

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee‑owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News‑Record’s Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people‑first culture.

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.