Transportation Intern - Summer 2027

HDR; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Transportation Intern for Summer 2027. You will gain real-world experience on transportation projects, support roadway design efforts, and interact with leaders through mentoring programs.

You will learn standard engineering techniques and utilize Bentley OpenRoads Designer, Autodesk Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office tools under supervision of a Professional Engineer or Project Manager. Preferred candidates are enrolled in civil engineering programs with strong problem-solving and

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Gain real-world experience on transportation projects.
• Support roadway design projects of various sizes and scopes.
• Connect with recent graduates and company leaders through mentoring programs.
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Perform assignments under supervision of a Professional Engineer or Project Manager.
• Learn and perform assignments with software packages such as Bentley OpenRoads Designer and Autodesk Civil 3D.
• Utilize Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Assist Lead Engineer in preparation of permitting documents and drawings.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate or graduate civil engineering program

Tools

Bentley OpenRoads Designer

Autodesk Civil 3D

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Transportation Intern - Summer 2027 - ( 196851 )

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, we'll count on you to:

• Gain real-world experience on exciting transportation projects
• Support roadway design projects of various sizes and scopes
• 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 Engineer or Project Manager
• Learn and perform assignments with software packages such as Bentley OpenRoads Designer and Autodesk Civil 3D
• Utilize Microsoft products such as word, excel, PowerPoint
• Assist Lead Engineer in preparation of permitting documents and drawings
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPAv
• enrolled in undergraduate or graduate civil engineering program
• 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.

Other Locations

United States-Ohio-Columbus, United States-Ohio-Cleveland

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Temporary

BusinessClass : Highways

Job Posting

Oct 12, 2026

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

We are an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.
We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.