Transportation Planning Intern - Summer 2027

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. (VHB) in Atlanta, GA invites an enthusiastic Transportation Planning Intern to join the Transportation Systems team for Summer 2027. The role focuses on planning and data-driven insights to shape equitable and sustainable mobility solutions.

You will engage in GIS-based analysis, support public involvement efforts, and contribute to multi-modal transportation studies while gaining exposure to urban planning and public policy processes in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in planning or related field.
• Interest in transportation planning and/or traffic engineering.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planning assessments using GIS tools to evaluate data, identify trends, and summarize results.
• Assist with development of materials for public involvement and attend public meetings as needed.
• Support documentation for transportation planning studies, grants, and multi-modal projects.
• Perform field visits and on-site project support activities.
• Work in person at our Atlanta office at least four days per week, during core hours.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in planning or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB's Atlanta, GA office is hiring a Transportation Planning Intern to join the Transportation Systems team for Summer 2027.

This opportunity is ideal for a curious, collaborative student with an interest in transportation planning and a desire to help shape more connected, equitable, and sustainable communities. You'll support a variety of transportation planning projects that include urban and community planning, multimodal mobility, active transportation, transit, land use, corridor studies, data visualization, spatial analysis, and public engagement.

We're looking for someone excited to explore how data, design, and public input can inform real-world decisions. Whether your interests are in cities, mobility, GIS, data analytics, sustainability, or public policy, you'll have opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects and work alongside a multidisciplinary team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct planning assessments using analytical tools such as GIS (Pro and ArcGIS Online) to evaluate data, identify trends, and develop documentation to summarize results
• Assistance with development of support materials for public involvement programs and attendance of public meetings as needed
• Support of project-related documentation for a range of transportation planning studies, grant initiatives, and multi-modal / transit-oriented projects.
• Performance of potential field visits and other on-site project support activities
• Ability to work in person at our Atlanta office at least four days per week, with regular availability during core business hours

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
• The ability to manage multiple assignments and work in a team environment
• A strong work ethic with the desire to learn and achieve
• Excellent attention to detail
• Some knowledge and experience in data analysis tools such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and Excel
• Experience with common report and visualization software tools such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and graphics software such as Adobe Creative Suite

QUALIFICATIONS

• Interest in transportation planning and/or traffic engineering
• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in planning or related field

VHB does not provide housing for internships.

The hourly pay range for this position, located in Georgia, is $19 to $30. The actual hourly rate offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted hourly range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits available to eligible employees are outlined in our Total Rewards Program.

VHB offers a differentiating work experience, including a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs.

Details on VHB's benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist

WHEN YOU JOIN VHB, YOU'LL FIND:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We're growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what's next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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