Transportation Intern - Summer 2027

HDR; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Transportation Intern for Summer 2027 in Charleston, West Virginia. The intern will gain real-world experience on exciting projects, connect with peers and leaders through mentoring programs, and learn to apply standard engineering techniques under supervision.

Strong problem-solving and communication skills are valued, with basic MS Office proficiency required. This temporary, full-time summer internship emphasizes active participation in HDR's employee-owned culture and offers

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.

Responsibilities

• Gain real-world experience on exciting projects
• Connect with recent graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Undergraduate or Graduate Engineering program

Job description

Transportation Intern - Summer 2027 - ( 196486 )

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 every 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.

In the role of Transportation Intern - Summer 2027, we'll count on you to:

• Gain real-world experience on exciting projects
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
• Local candidates preferred

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.

Primary Location

United States-West Virginia-Charleston

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Temporary

BusinessClass : Highways

Job Posting

Sep 29, 2026

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

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