Transportation Intern - Roadway

Garver; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Garver in Huntsville, Alabama is seeking a civil engineering student for a Transportation Intern - Roadway. This in-office internship provides hands-on experience in highway design, traffic maintenance, and drainage projects, mentored by our Highway Transportation Team.

You will learn DOT design standards, gain exposure to plan preparation, and use MicroStation, Inroads/OpenRoads, CulvertMaster/FlowMaster while developing teamwork and communication skills in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Previous internship experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in plan preparation and design with our transportation team.
• Learn and apply DOT highway design standards and plan preparation.
• Use industry design software such as MicroStation, Inroads/OpenRoads, CulvertMaster/FlowMaster.
• Be a strong team player and aim to contribute to the design team.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program

Tools

MicroStation

Inroads/OpenRoads

CulvertMaster/FlowMaster

Job description

Careers

Transportation Intern - Roadway

Huntsville, Alabama

Our experienced Highway Transportation Team in Huntsville, AL is seeking a civil engineering student to join our team to train and mentor as aRoadway Design 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 highway, intersection, maintenance of traffic, and drainage designs.
• Become familiar with relevant DOT standards for highway design and plan preparation.
• Learn and utilize industry-related design software such as MicroStation, Inroads/OpenRoads, and CulvertMaster/FlowMaster.
• The successful candidate will 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 offsite 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.

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, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work for Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.

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.