Transportation Engineering Intern

About the Role

Ardurra is seeking a Transportation Engineering Intern to join our team for the summer of 2027. This internship will provide exposure to real-world engineering work, build technical skills, and explore a future career in the civil engineering industry by supporting meaningful transportation projects for municipalities and public agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and analysis of transportation infrastructure, including roadway, drainage, signing and pavement markings, and other related transportation systems.
• Prepare engineering drawings, reports, technical memoranda, and specifications.
• Conduct transportation design and modeling, engineering calculations, and material quantity take-offs.
• Participate in field investigations, field tests, measurements, and site inspections; collect and process field data.
• Contact vendors to obtain budgetary quotes and assist in developing construction cost estimates.
• Support permitting, regulatory compliance documentation, and project scheduling efforts.
• Review design drawings within defined limits for accuracy and adherence to standards.
• Utilize various engineering software tools, Microsoft Office applications, and design programs to support project tasks.
• Assume additional responsibilities as needed.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Knowledge of fundamental engineering principles, standard procedures, and commonly used software tools.
• Skills in organizing data, technical writing, and problem-solving.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and reliability, learn new engineering processes, and collaborate effectively under close supervision.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including active listening.
• Time management.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Bluebeam, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with Bentley or Autodesk software, such as MicroStation, OpenRoads, ProjectWise, AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, and GIS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or related discipline.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and work ethic.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Team-oriented and self-motivated with the ability to work with a team of professionals and independently.

Competencies

• Accountability
• Adaptability
• Communication
• Planning & Organization
• Personal Development