Transportation Intern - Summer 2027

HDR; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Transportation Intern to gain real-world experience on transportation projects and support roadway design efforts under supervision. You will connect with recent graduates and leaders through mentoring programs, while applying standard engineering techniques and learning OpenRoads Designer and Civil 3D alongside Microsoft Office tools.

This role emphasizes active participation in HDR's employee-owned culture and hands-on exposure to permitting, drawings, and varied project

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Active participation in employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

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
• Attention to detail
• 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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Blue Ash, Columbus, Cleveland: $20 - $24 Primary Location:United States-Ohio-Cincinnati 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 Affiliation and Equal Opportunity Employer https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.