Transportation Safety Data & Analytics Intern

Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT); Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 22,559 - 32,130; Full time

Job summary

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is looking for an Engineering Intern in Topeka. This position involves supporting project evaluations and safety analyses to enhance transportation safety across Kansas. Interns will work with databases to identify crash patterns and recommend engineering solutions.

Successful candidates will be enrolled in an engineering program and be familiar with software analysis tools. Join us at KDOT to contribute to vital transportation safety initiatives!

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a relevant engineering program.
• Understanding of transportation safety and planning concepts.
• Ability to analyze data and communicate findings.

Responsibilities

• Support project evaluations for data-driven decision making.
• Analyze crash data to inform safety planning.
• Conduct research on transportation safety practices.
• Assist in implementing the State Highway Safety Plan.

Skills

Software proficiency (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Geographic Information Systems

Transportation planning knowledge

Statistical analysis familiarity

Communication skills

Education

Enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Engineering

Job description

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is looking for an Engineering Intern in Topeka. This position involves supporting project evaluations and safety analyses to enhance transportation safety across Kansas. Interns will work with databases to identify crash patterns and recommend engineering solutions.

Successful candidates will be enrolled in an engineering program and be familiar with software analysis tools. Join us at KDOT to contribute to vital transportation safety initiatives!