Transportation Engineering Co-op/Intern (Spring 2027)

We create the connections that get people and goods moving—whether by car, bus, train, bicycle, plane, or their own two feet. We provide policy, planning, and engineering services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience. Join our team and help us keep communities connected.

About the role

Stantec's multi-disciplinary office on 5th Avenue in NYC has an opportunity for a highly motivated Transportation Engineering Intern/Co-op. This paid internship/co-op position offers full-time or part-time hours during Spring 2027. The role is predominantly office-based, with minimal remote work expected, if any.

Responsibilities

• Assist with transportation impact studies, traffic data collection and analysis, report preparation, travel demand modeling, and other technical assignments.
• Gather traffic data from publicly available sources and through field visits.
• Analyze traffic data utilizing Microsoft Excel, Python, MySQL, etc.
• Conduct traffic analyses using HCS, Synchro, and VISSIM.
• Support travel demand model calibration, validation, and scenario analysis in Cube and TransCAD.
• Provide support to our roadway design and traffic engineering teams.
• Perform additional duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Transportation Planning, City and Regional Planning, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
• Enrollment in an advanced degree program, such as a master’s or Ph.D., is considered a plus.
• Interest in transportation planning and engineering.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective team player in fast-paced environments.
• Strong oral, written, interpersonal, and visual communication.
• Familiarity with Python, C++, or Java; additional programming experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of transportation software, including HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, Cube, and TransCAD, is preferred.
• Interest and experience in travel demand modeling is a plus.

Schedule

Full-time or part-time hours during Spring 2027. Position will primarily be in an office setting; may require some field work to collect data. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

Pay

$23.47 - $34.50 hourly. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits

• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid family leave.
• Ten paid holidays per calendar year.
• Vacation accrual between 10 and 20 days per year.
• Paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
• Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.