Roadway Design Engineer Internships
Roadway design engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience designing roads, intersections, and drainage systems alongside working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Jacobs, Benesch, and Parsons among the employers posting roles now.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
TRANSPORTATION PRACTICE
For more than 80 years, we have helped to shape America’s highway network. Consistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 20 transportation firm, Michael Baker International offers clients an integrated team of professionals versed in all aspects of transportation planning, design, permitting, and construction management and inspection. Our transportation projects include major freeways and expressways, new roadway corridors, design-build projects, public-private partnerships, complex urban interchanges, rural roads and urban streets, intersection improvements and streetscapes. We utilize our vast experience, expertise and innovative ideas to assist clients in improving lives through a well-thought-out and implemented transportation system.
DESCRIPTION
Michael Baker International
is actively seeking a
Roadway / Highway Intern, Summer 2027
to join our growing
Tampa, Jacksonville, Orlando, or Tallahassee, FL
office. As a part of our Civil Engineering team, the Intern will assist with various departments in technical duties and projects as assigned.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare engineering related calculations and develop drawings and visual aids.
Assist project managers and engineers with various tasks.
Draft details and make MicroStation / Open Roads Designer and/or AutoCAD revisions.
Work under supervision of a project manager or a senior level team member.
Assist with data collection, input, verification, and manipulation.
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Currently enrolled and in good academic standing, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, or related field, at an ABET accredited University or College
Minimum of some secondary completed coursework in students’ field of study.
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, are essential to success in this role.
Computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
MicroStation / Open Roads Designer or AutoCAD software experience preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Valid U.S. Driver’s license.
Ability to lift up to 30lbs. and assist in field inspections, including working outside in varying weather conditions.
COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $20 - $25 per hour. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
JOB DESCRIPTION
TRANSPORTATION PRACTICE
For more than 80 years, we have helped to shape America’s highway network. Consistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 20 transportation firm, Michael Baker International offers clients an integrated team of professionals versed in all aspects of transportation planning, design, permitting, and construction management and inspection. Our transportation projects include major freeways and expressways, new roadway corridors, design-build projects, public-private partnerships, complex urban interchanges, rural roads and urban streets, intersection improvements and streetscapes. We utilize our vast experience, expertise and innovative ideas to assist clients in improving lives through a well-thought-out and implemented transportation system.
DESCRIPTION
Michael Baker International
is actively seeking a
Roadway / Highway Intern, Summer 2027
to join our growing
Tampa, Jacksonville, Orlando, or Tallahassee, FL
office. As a part of our Civil Engineering team, the Intern will assist with various departments in technical duties and projects as assigned.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare engineering related calculations and develop drawings and visual aids.
Assist project managers and engineers with various tasks.
Draft details and make MicroStation / Open Roads Designer and/or AutoCAD revisions.
Work under supervision of a project manager or a senior level team member.
Assist with data collection, input, verification, and manipulation.
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Currently enrolled and in good academic standing, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, or related field, at an ABET accredited University or College
Minimum of some secondary completed coursework in students’ field of study.
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, are essential to success in this role.
Computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
MicroStation / Open Roads Designer or AutoCAD software experience preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Valid U.S. Driver’s license.
Ability to lift up to 30lbs. and assist in field inspections, including working outside in varying weather conditions.
COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $20 - $25 per hour. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
Roadway Design Engineer Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Tips for Your Roadway Design Engineer Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer internships
Large civil engineering firms and state departments of transportation open summer intern applications the preceding fall and close them well before spring. Smaller firms and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings regularly starting in September so you don't discover a role after its deadline has passed.
Build a design portfolio before you apply
Roadway design intern hiring teams want to see evidence of technical ability, not just a list of coursework. Document two or three projects with the software you used, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation, and collect your best drawings or design outputs into a portfolio you can reference in applications and show during interviews.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which transportation firms recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to smaller firms running their own cohorts alongside campus activity reaches employers who don't recruit on campus at all, widening the pool you can access.
Practice technical screens out loud before your first interview
Roadway design engineer intern interviews typically include a technical component covering transportation engineering concepts, geometric design principles, or drainage calculations, sometimes alongside a design exercise or software proficiency check. Practice explaining your reasoning aloud as you work through problems, interviewers weigh how you think through a challenge as much as whether you reach the right answer.
Target structured rotational and university programs early
Larger civil engineering firms and transportation agencies run cohort or university intern programs built to train people new to the field, rotating participants across roadway design, drainage, and traffic disciplines. These programs recruit early in the fall cycle and fill fast, so identify the ones that accept applications from your school and submit in the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 0% of the roadway design engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to, on-site, hybrid, or remote, before you start sorting through listings. Filtering by location and work type upfront keeps you focused on roles you can actually accept and prevents wasted applications on positions that don't fit your situation.
Roadway Design Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a roadway design engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A design portfolio or CAD sample set gives recruiters something concrete to assess for roadway design engineer candidates. Apply directly to openings and show up to campus career fairs, where transportation and civil engineering recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a roadway design engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for roadway design engineer interns is performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position yourself by delivering reliable work and asking about return-offer timelines before the internship ends, without counting on a specific outcome.
When should I apply for roadway design engineer internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large civil engineering firms and state DOTs recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with applications closing months before the start date. Smaller firms, municipal agencies, and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss roles that open and fill quickly outside the main recruiting season.
Are roadway design engineer internships paid?
Most professional roadway design engineer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry sector, and location, and listings show pay where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid arrangements are uncommon in the field but do appear occasionally at smaller firms or government research programs, so review each listing carefully.
What should a roadway design engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show the tools you used, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, or similar, and link to or describe a design portfolio or CAD sample set so recruiters have something role-specific to assess. Add relevant coursework in transportation engineering, geometric design, or drainage, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote roadway design engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 100% of the roadway design engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close. Many roadway design tasks tied to field work, site visits, or agency coordination remain on-site, so the available share reflects what the role realistically supports.
Can international students get roadway design engineer internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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