Transportation Planning Intern

About the Role

HDR's Transportation Business Group is seeking a Transportation Planning Intern to join our team during Summer 2027. As part of our employee-owned firm, you'll help shape transportation systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably—from highways and bridges to transit, rail, aviation, ports, and marine infrastructure. You'll work alongside planners, engineers, architects, construction managers, environmental specialists, economists, and management consultants to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation and technical excellence.

Primary Responsibilities

• Participate in real-world experience on exciting projects
• Connect with recent college graduates and company leaders through mentoring and young professionals' programs
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager
• Perform other duties as needed

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Basic knowledge of CADD (Open Roads Designer a plus)
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
• Preference given to local/regional candidates pursuing their Civil Engineering Degree during Summer 2027