Transportation Planning Intern- Summer 2025

WSP

2mo ago

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Engineering
Architecture & Urban Planning
Kansas City, +1

Requirements

Actively enrolled in an accredited Urban Planning, or related, Undergraduate or Graduate program with an anticipated graduation date of May 2025 or later.
Must be 18 or older.
Demonstrated interest in Transportation Planning, 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 executive 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 Urban Planning, or related, Masters or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of May 2025 or later.
Proficiency in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) – ArcGIS Pro Preferred
Excellent graphic and written communication skills demonstrated by previous student or professional work samples
Experience using Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop
Experience accessing and analyzing demographic data
Experience analyzing crash data
Experience with regional travel demand models or microsimulation
Experience using R or other statistical software packages
Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus

Responsibilities

Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
Learn basic principles of Urban Planning and Transportation Engineering.
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.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Transportation Planning Intern position?

The internship is part of a 12-week program scheduled to start on May 19th, 2025.

Is relocation or housing 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 Urban Planning or related Undergraduate or Graduate program with an anticipated graduation date of May 2025 or later, must be 18 or older, and must have authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

Are there any preferred qualifications for the internship?

Yes, preferred qualifications include being actively enrolled in a Masters or PhD program, proficiency in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), excellent graphic and written communication skills, and experience with various software and data analysis techniques.

Do interns receive mentorship during their internship?

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

What kind of tasks will the intern be involved in?

The intern will support engineering tasks, learn about Urban Planning and Transportation Engineering, assist with project research and fieldwork, and help with design plans and project documentation.

Is training provided for specific tasks?

Yes, training will be completed on assigned tasks during the internship.

Who can apply for this internship?

The internship is open to individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program in Urban Planning or a related field.

What is WSP's stance on workplace safety?

Interns are expected to uphold workplace safety and abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

What is WSP's equal opportunity employment policy?

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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