Traffic Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)
About the role
KCI is seeking a motivated student for a Traffic Engineering Internship to join our team for Summer 2027. This position offers hands-on experience supporting public and private sector traffic engineering projects under the supervision of experienced engineers. Typical assignments may include assisting with traffic modeling, data collection, traffic impact analyses, traffic signal design tasks, signing and striping plans, and corridor or planning studies.
Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing traffic signal, pavement marking, signing, lighting, and maintenance of traffic plans
- Support Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) design efforts
- Conduct traffic data collection (counts, field observations, etc.)
- Assist with traffic impact analyses and traffic operations studies
- Support traffic safety and transportation planning studies
- Perform basic traffic analyses using industry software
- Assist with quantity takeoffs and cost estimates
- Help prepare written technical memoranda and reports
Qualifications
Required
- Currently enrolled in an ABET-Accredited College Engineering Program
- Valid Driver's License
Preferred
- 3.0 GPA or higher
Requirements
- Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment
- Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position
Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.
Schedule
Summer interns will work a 40-hour week, with at least 10 weeks of work required during the period from mid-May to the end of August. Interns will be assigned a dedicated supervisor and mentor, are required to attend planned activities, and must submit mid-summer and end-of-summer reports/presentations.