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Summer Associate roles in law, consulting, and finance qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a related specialty field. Canadian citizens can apply at the border or a U.S. consulate with no cap or lottery. Mexican citizens require consular processing with a limited annual allocation.
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INTRODUCTION
If you are interested in multiple locations please only apply once, your preference will be discussed during the screening process.
At Fehr & Peers, we are a diverse group of individuals with one thing in common—a passion for transportation. We highly value that same passion in candidates for our team. Our Entry-Level Engineers and Planners may expect to build a career foundation through a wide variety of experiences. Our emphasis on the early development of project management and technical skills provides the tools for success as well as a foundation for increasing career growth. These opportunities for personal and professional growth are maximized through experience in both planning and engineering project work and by exposure to a multitude of project types and tasks, including the following:
- Transportation impact studies
- Bicycle and pedestrian planning
- Access, circulation, and parking studies
- Multimodal operations assessments
- Complete streets planning, operations, and design
- Cost estimates and project specifications
- Transit forecasting and operations
- Travel behavior forecasting
- Vehicle miles of travel (VMT) assessments
- Systemic safety studies
- Highway interchange/corridor studies
- Climate action plans
- Freight planning
- Transportation demand management (TDM) plans
- Design drawings from the conceptual stage all the way to construction-ready documents, including the following:
- Bikeways/complete streets
- Signing and striping
- Traffic signals/ITS
- Street lighting
- Roundabouts
- Temporary traffic control
Please review the responsibilities below.
Ongoing:
- Conduct transportation analysis and write reports
- Participate in meetings, including preparing presentations and public outreach materials
- Handle project management responsibilities
- Participate in professional organizations
- Conduct site visits and collect field data
- Explore the Fehr & Peers internal Research and Development program
By the end of the first month:
- Participate in on-the-job training and mentoring
- Work on a few different projects
- Seek additional work from project managers
By the end of six months:
- Work on a variety of projects with most staff in the office
- Use several technical software programs
- Prepare deliverables, including memos, reports, and presentations
By the end of the first year:
- Attend multiple client meetings
- Increase responsibility for managing small projects
QUALIFICATIONS
(We encourage all applicants to apply, even if you don't meet all of the qualifications listed below)
- An entrepreneurial spirit and proactive approach to communication and getting work done
- Genuine curiosity for the work and familiarity with the challenges of day-to-day travel within your community
- Completed bachelor’s or in-progress master’s degree in transportation, civil or electrical engineering, urban and regional planning, or a related major (e.g., geography, math, statistics, economics)
- Coursework in transportation, engineering, urban and regional planning, geography, math, statistics, economics, or other related courses (an EIT for engineering candidates is preferred)
- Experience or exposure related to the following topic areas (note that experience in all these areas is not required): Field work, traffic operations analysis, signal design, transportation planning (e.g., bicycle or transit plans, infrastructure finance, transportation and land use policy, and/or travel demand modeling)
- Experience or exposure to relevant software (note that experience with all software is not required). General–Microsoft Excel, GIS (ArcGIS, QGIS), and/or CAD (AutoCAD, Microstation). Traffic Operations Analysis–HCS, Synchro/SimTraffic, Vistro, VISSIM, and/or Sidra. Travel Demand Modeling–Cube/Voyager, TransCAD, VISUM, and/or Emme. Programming–Python and/or R.
- Previous work experience in an office setting related to a topic area listed above
- Experience with technical writing and public speaking through school and/or work experience
- Interpersonal skills, a desire to collaborate, and a creative approach to problem-solving
- Organizational skills and the ability to balance priorities between multiple tasks within a defined timeline
Benefit Highlights:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance.
- 401(k) Plan with matching and profit sharing.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Commuter Benefits.
- Paid Vacation, holidays and sick leave.
- 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
- Mentoring and Career Development programs.
- Research and Development group participation, and more.
EEO:
Fehr & Peers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment in the workplace. We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds, and hire without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nondiscrimination:
Fehr & Peers ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Summer Associate
Verify your degree matches the role
Summer Associate positions span law, finance, and consulting. TN visa eligibility turns on whether your degree field directly corresponds to the work. A business degree supports a consulting associate role; a law degree is required for legal summer associate positions.
Target firms experienced with work visa sponsorship
Large law firms, Big Four accounting practices, and major consulting groups routinely sponsor TN visas for summer programs. Ask during recruiting events whether the firm has experience sponsoring work visas for Canadian or Mexican professionals, which indicates familiarity with the TN process and visa sponsorship generally.
Request your offer letter before the filing deadline
TN applications require a detailed employer support letter alongside your offer. Canadian citizens need this to present at the border or U.S. consulate. Push for the letter at least three weeks before your program start date to allow processing time.
Clarify TN duration relative to your program length
Summer Associate programs typically run ten to twelve weeks, but TN status is granted in increments of up to three years. Your employer files for the full period, not just the summer, which simplifies any return offer or conversion to a full-time role.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers early
Recruiting timelines for summer associate roles open months before program start dates. Search Migrate Mate to identify which firms have recent visa filings and experience with work visa sponsorship so you can prioritize applications before interview slots fill.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before your start date
Many law and consulting firms are federal contractors required to use E-Verify. Confirm the firm is enrolled before your first day. Your employer completes E-Verify verification within three business days of your start date, and your TN documentation supports that process.
Summer Associate TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Summer Associate position qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, if the role requires a degree in a field that maps to a USMCA-listed TN occupation. Legal summer associate positions typically qualify under the lawyer category with a law degree. Consulting and finance summer associate roles qualify under accountant, economist, or management consultant categories depending on the degree and job duties.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Summer Associate roles?
TN is significantly more practical for summer positions. H-1B visa requires lottery selection, a petitioning employer, and processing timelines that rarely align with a ten-to-twelve week program. Canadian citizens can obtain TN status at a port of entry the same day. Mexican citizens use consular processing but still avoid the lottery and annual cap uncertainty that makes H-1B unreliable for fixed-term programs.
Can Mexican citizens use TN for a Summer Associate position?
Yes, but Mexican citizens must apply at a U.S. consulate rather than a port of entry, and Mexico's TN allocation is limited annually. Apply for the consular appointment as soon as you receive your offer letter. Summer recruiting timelines are tight, so early action matters. Confirm your consulate appointment date before accepting a program start date.
How do I find Summer Associate employers that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate to identify firms with recent visa filings and experience sponsoring work visas for professional roles. Focus your outreach on large law firms, Big Four and mid-market accounting firms, and national consulting groups, which have HR infrastructure built for visa sponsorship. During callbacks, ask directly whether the firm has sponsored Canadian or Mexican professionals through TN status. For Canadian candidates, confirm the firm is comfortable preparing a TN support letter for port-of-entry presentation; for Mexican candidates, confirm they'll support a TN application through a U.S. consulate.
What documents does my employer need to support a TN application for a Summer Associate role?
Your employer must provide a support letter on company letterhead that describes the position, explains how it qualifies as a TN specialty occupation, states your anticipated duration and pay period, and confirms you meet the degree requirements. You must also present your degree credentials and a valid passport at the time of application. USCIS or CBP reviews these documents together.