Transportation Internship (Summer 2027)

Lever, Inc.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time accrual

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Fehr & Peers in Tacoma, WA hosts a transportation planning internship focused on skill development and professional experience. Interns work on projects alongside staff, receive continuous feedback, and handle tasks similar to entry-level staff.

Responsibilities include solving transportation problems, communicating clearly, and using software for modeling and analysis. Opportunities to learn new tools and collaborate across levels are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Completion or current enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree in transportation planning, civil engineering, urban planning, or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities and a passion for community engagement.
• Willingness to learn new tools and technologies and apply them to projects.

Responsibilities

• Analyze/solve complex transportation planning or engineering problems.
• Communicate clearly in oral and written form, including in community engagement settings.
• Use software effectively and make timely recommendations.
• Work on traffic operations simulations, bicycle/pedestrian plans, freight planning, and travel demand modeling.
• Adopt new tools and maintain professional judgment and accountability.

Skills

Transportation planning

Communication skills

Community engagement

Relevant degree

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in related field

Tools

Excel

ArcGIS

Stata/R

AutoCAD

TransCAD/Cube

Job description

Our intern program focuses on skills development while maximizing opportunities for learning and professional experience.Internships are available for a semester, summer, or throughout the year. Hours and work schedules will be determined based on your availability and the office’s needs. Interns will be provided with continuous feedback and can collaborate with staff at all levels on projects to aid in their career development and gain insight into a career in transportation consulting. Our interns take on similar tasks and responsibilities as entry-level staff.

Responsibilities

• Analyze/solve complex transportation planning or engineering problems
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, including in a community engagement setting
• Use software effectively and make timely and informed recommendations
• Work on a variety of projects which may include traffic operations simulations, bicycle and pedestrian plans, freight and goods movement planning, traffic impact studies, travel demand modeling, transit planning, and regional transportation plans
• Embrace opportunities to learn and adopt new tools, technologies, and ways of working that enhance day-to-day work, while maintaining professional judgment, critical thinking, and accountability for results

Qualifications (We encourage all applicants to apply, even if you don't meet all of the qualifications listed below)

• Strong interest or knowledge of transportation planning/engineering principles and practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal relationship skills, and presentation skills
• A passion for partnering with and serving the local communities
• Completion or current enrollment in a bachelor’s (junior or senior standing) or master’s degree program. Various degrees considered including transportation or civil engineering; transportation/urban planning; or a related field (e.g., geography, public policy, economics, sociology, statistics, anthropology, graphic design, data science, GIS)
• Proficiency in one of the following: Microsoft Excel, the Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, ArcGIS, statistical software (Stata, R, SPSS) traffic operations software (VISSIM, Synchro), design and drafting software (AutoCAD, MicroStation), or travel demand modeling software (TransCAD, Cube)
• Openness to exploring and responsibly using new and emerging technologies and tools, while maintaining critical thinking and professional judgement

$24 - $30 an hour

Placement within the stated pay range will be determined based upon education, experience, and qualifications.

Sick Time: While interns are not eligible for our full benefits package, sick time is accrued at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

EEO: Fehr & Peers is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We recruit, hire, develop, and promote employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We value the unique experiences, perspectives, and contributions of our employees and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

Nondiscrimination:Fehr & Peers ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources.