Transportation/Traffic Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. (VHB) is seeking a Transportation/Traffic Intern for Summer 2027 at our Virginia Beach and Richmond offices.

The role supports transportation design, planning, and data analysis under senior engineers. The intern will assist with diverse tasks, including schematic design preparation, field data collection, and report assembly, gaining hands-on experience in multimodal planning and traffic operations.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in civil engineering, transportation engineering, transportation planning, or a related field.
• Intern/Co-op position with flexible start in Summer 2027.
• Temporary full-time internship with a focus on transportation engineering tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform design analyses, calculations, and layout for transportation projects as directed by senior staff.
• Assist with transportation planning solutions, including studies and project layouts under experienced engineers.
• Support preparation of schematic designs, technical reports, and project materials.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Organization

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Pursuing degree in Civil Engineering / Transportation Engineering / Transportation Planning

Job description

Transportation/Traffic Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Job Locations

US-VA-Virginia Beach | US-VA-Richmond

Contract Details

• Type: Temporary Full-Time
• Category: Intern/Co-op
• Career Stage Type: Intern/Co-op
• # of Openings: 1

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB's I-64 offices (Richmond, VA; Virginia Beach, VA) are seeking a Transportation/ Traffic Intern to join our team for the Summer 2027.

Our team works with public, private, and institutional clients to support a variety of projects. Our services include design of multilane highways and interchanges to the reconstruction of arterials and local roads, bridges, small intersection improvements, on- and off-street bicycle facilities, operational analysis, multimodal planning, conceptual design, traffic impact analysis, parking analysis, and safety evaluations. We collaborate across our footprint with numerous other VHB groups on many of our transformative projects.

Responsibilities

• Performing various aspects of discipline design as directed by a senior or lead Engineer including conceptual studies, program requirements, design analyses, calculations, systems selection and layout for transportation projects
• Assist with the development of transportation planning and engineering solutions, including conceptual studies, design analyses, calculations, system selection, and project layouts under the direction of experienced engineers.
• Support the preparation of schematic designs, design development documents, construction documents, technical reports, presentations, and other project materials.
• Collect, compile, analyze, summarize, and visualize transportation and project-related data.
• Perform field data collection, site visits, and other on-site project support activities, as needed.
• Prepare written documents and technical materials, summarize information, and assist with assembling reports and presentations.
• Apply VHB Practice and company standards and comply with applicable quality-control policies and procedures.
• Participate in project and team meetings and coordinate with project managers, design managers, engineers, planners, and other technical professionals.
• Collaborate with VHB staff, clients, and consultants to support the timely and successful advancement of projects.
• Develop transportation analysis, design, communication, and project-delivery skills through hands-on assignments and mentorship.

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and technical communication skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and attentive to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to take direction while also working independently when appropriate.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and interact positively with teammates, clients, and project partners.
• Willingness to learn and support a variety of transportation engineering and planning assignments.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in civil engineering, transportation engineering, transportation planning, or a related field.

The hourly pay range for this position, located in Virginia, 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

Building what's next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, peopledriven, futureready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

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.