Summer 2027 Transportation Intern

About the role

Are you ready to make an impact before you graduate? 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? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. We believe transportation is more than movement—it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next‑generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee‑owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world. Primary Location: United States‑Florida‑Tampa. Other Locations: United States‑Florida‑Doral, United States‑Florida‑West Palm Beach, United States‑Florida‑Pensacola, United States‑Florida‑Fort Lauderdale, United States‑Florida‑Tallahassee, United States‑Florida‑Jacksonville, United States‑Florida‑Orlando.

Responsibilities

• Support engineers and project teams on transportation planning, design, and infrastructure projects.
• Assist with roadway, bridge, aviation, transit, and multimodal transportation assignments.
• Participate in field visits, project meetings, and technical analyses.
• Utilize engineering software, GIS tools, and industry technologies to solve real‑world challenges.
• Collaborate with professionals across multiple disciplines in a team‑oriented environment.
• Contribute innovative ideas that improve project delivery and transportation outcomes.

Qualifications

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA.
• Desire to learn, collaborate, and contribute in a professional environment.
• Experience with CAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D, GIS, or similar software is a plus.

Skills

• Engineering software (e.g., CAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D).
• GIS tools.
• Industry technologies.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Problem‑solving.
• Communication.
• Attention to detail.

Schedule

Full‑time (temporary)