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Traffic Engineering Intern - Summer 2025

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WSP

21d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Morristown

AI generated summary

  • You must be a Civil Engineering undergrad with a graduation date of August 2025 or later, 18+, proficient in communication and writing, and have experience with relevant software.
  • You will assist in traffic and transportation projects, conduct safety audits, support design tasks, perform research and field work, and ensure documentation compliance while adhering to ethical standards.

Requirements

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering, or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
  • Must be 18 or older.
  • Demonstrated interest in Civil Engineering, or related field, and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.
  • Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
  • Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to execute projects.
  • Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
  • Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.
  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering, or related, Masters or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
  • Experience using Microstation, Highway Capacity Software, Synchro, and/or VISSIM.
  • Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with traffic engineering and transportation planning projects: Traffic studies, multi-modal planning, Traffic impact studies, Transportation modeling, Traffic management plans, Signal optimization plans.
  • Contribute to road safety projects: Road Safety Audits (RSA), Crash analysis, Highway Safety Manual analysis, Transportation Safety Planning/Management.
  • Assist with transportation design projects: Traffic design (signals, pavement markings, signing, work zones) and ITS design (fiber networks, cameras, data collection devices).
  • Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
  • Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.
  • Support preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.
  • Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
  • Complete training on assigned tasks.
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is part of the WSP Summer Internship Program and is scheduled to last for 12 weeks, starting on May 19th, 2025.

Is this internship paid?

The job description does not explicitly state whether the internship is paid or unpaid, so it's advisable to inquire about compensation during the application process.

Are there opportunities for mentorship during the internship?

Yes, interns gain mentorship through WSP's Developing Professionals Network, which offers networking opportunities and lifelong career connections.

Is relocation assistance provided for this internship?

No, there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.

What are the required qualifications for this internship?

Candidates must be actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later, and must be 18 years or older.

Can graduate students apply for this internship?

Yes, graduate students actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or related Masters or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later are encouraged to apply.

Will there be opportunities for fieldwork?

Yes, the internship involves assisting with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.

Are there any specific software tools that interns should be familiar with?

Preferred qualifications include experience using software such as Microstation, Highway Capacity Software, Synchro, and/or VISSIM.

Is there a specific age requirement to apply for this internship?

Yes, candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply for this internship.

What is the office location for this internship?

The internship will be based out of WSP's Morristown, NJ office.

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