Transportation Engineer Internships
Transportation engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, with Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, Bartlett & West, and Sundt among the employers posting roles now.
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Sundt is looking for committed engineering (Civil, Structural, and Mechanical) and construction management students within accredited Universities/colleges. The internship will provide you with unique experiences on challenging projects throughout the US while providing you the opportunity to participate in several of the activities it takes to successfully build our projects. We're looking for the future leaders of our company and those who are inspired to go beyond the expected. Come internship with one of the best places to work, as voted on by our own employees and where our people make the difference.
Key Responsibilities
1. Assisting with project record keeping, preparing shop drawings, and assisting with cost control records.
2. Assisting with report preparation, safety inspections, submittal logging and processing.
3. Assisting with surveying, testing, sample collection, drawing correction and filing.
4. Assisting with time keeping and cost control, inventory control, schedule checking, subcontractor monitoring.
5. Attending bid openings, conferences, etc.; taking notes, making records, completing forms.
6. Observing and reporting results of meeting and conducting site tours for visitors .
7. Preparing quantity take-offs, calling vendors and sub-contractors for proposals.
8. Working as a manual laborer, helper, clerk or technician assistant, etc.
Minimum Job Requirements
1. A team player, ready and willing to take on whatever challenge is offered.
2. Currently enrolled in a four-year Construction Management or Engineering program.
3. Eager to learn, immensely curious, full of questions, and ready to get their hands dirty.
4. Prefer those who have interest in a construction career for a builder.
5. Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
1. Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
2. May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
3. May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
4. May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors
5. Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
6. Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
7. Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
8. Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day
9. Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis
10. Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
Safety Level
Safety-Sensitive
Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.
As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.
At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
Benefit list:
Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Workplace Wellness Programs
Mental Health Program
Life and Disability Insurance
Employee-Owner Perks
Educational Assistance
Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
Sundt is looking for committed engineering (Civil, Structural, and Mechanical) and construction management students within accredited Universities/colleges. The internship will provide you with unique experiences on challenging projects throughout the US while providing you the opportunity to participate in several of the activities it takes to successfully build our projects. We're looking for the future leaders of our company and those who are inspired to go beyond the expected. Come internship with one of the best places to work, as voted on by our own employees and where our people make the difference.
Key Responsibilities
1. Assisting with project record keeping, preparing shop drawings, and assisting with cost control records.
2. Assisting with report preparation, safety inspections, submittal logging and processing.
3. Assisting with surveying, testing, sample collection, drawing correction and filing.
4. Assisting with time keeping and cost control, inventory control, schedule checking, subcontractor monitoring.
5. Attending bid openings, conferences, etc.; taking notes, making records, completing forms.
6. Observing and reporting results of meeting and conducting site tours for visitors .
7. Preparing quantity take-offs, calling vendors and sub-contractors for proposals.
8. Working as a manual laborer, helper, clerk or technician assistant, etc.
Minimum Job Requirements
1. A team player, ready and willing to take on whatever challenge is offered.
2. Currently enrolled in a four-year Construction Management or Engineering program.
3. Eager to learn, immensely curious, full of questions, and ready to get their hands dirty.
4. Prefer those who have interest in a construction career for a builder.
5. Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
1. Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
2. May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
3. May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
4. May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors
5. Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
6. Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
7. Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
8. Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day
9. Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis
10. Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.
Safety Level
Safety-Sensitive
Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.
As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.
At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.
Benefit list:
Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Workplace Wellness Programs
Mental Health Program
Life and Disability Insurance
Employee-Owner Perks
Educational Assistance
Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program
Transportation Engineer Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
Tips for Your Transportation Engineer Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large public agencies, engineering consultancies, and infrastructure firms recruit summer interns the preceding fall and close cohorts before spring semester starts. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so set a reminder to check listings at the start of each semester rather than waiting until a deadline appears.
Build a portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for transportation engineer internships expect limited work history, so your CAD files, traffic analysis write-ups, and design project documentation do the work your resume can't. Compile two or three complete projects with the software used, the problem you solved, and a link or PDF a recruiter can open in under a minute.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied directly to your university, and professors and career center staff often know which agencies or firms recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to smaller consultancies and municipal engineering departments alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and reduces competition from larger recruiting cycles.
Practice your technical screen out loud
Transportation engineer intern interviews typically involve a technical screen covering engineering principles, software proficiency, and sometimes a design or analysis problem. Practice working through problems verbally, explaining your reasoning as you go, because interviewers for intern roles weigh how you think through an unfamiliar problem as much as whether you land the right answer.
Target structured internship pipelines early
Many state DOTs, large infrastructure consultancies, and federal agencies run formal rotational or cohort internship programs built to train people new to transportation engineering. These programs recruit in the fall for the following summer, fill their cohorts quickly, and rarely re-open once they close, so identify the programs that match your focus area and apply in the first posting window.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 100% of the transportation engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through listings, then filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate so you're only reviewing roles you can actually take, not building a shortlist you'll need to prune later.
Transportation Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a transportation engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For transportation engineer candidates, the concrete artifact that gives recruiters something to assess is a design or CAD portfolio documenting real projects with the software and methods used. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a transportation engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For transportation engineer interns, what actually drives it is performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and how early the return-offer conversation happens. Position yourself by contributing visibly on deliverables and expressing interest directly, without counting on an offer as a given.
When should I apply for transportation engineer internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers, including public agencies and major engineering firms, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often wrapping cohorts before spring semester begins. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss the early waves.
Are transportation engineer internships paid?
Most professional transportation engineer internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Government and public-sector roles may follow a fixed pay band, while private engineering firms and consultancies set their own ranges.
What should a transportation engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects showing the tools, software, and methods you used, and link to a design or CAD portfolio where the work is visible. Add relevant coursework in transportation planning, traffic engineering, or civil design. Keep the entire document to one page.
Are there remote transportation engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the transportation 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.
Can international students get transportation 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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