Intern - Roadway Engineering

Program Timeframe: Mid-May through mid-August

Join Gannett Fleming, an award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm, as a Roadway Engineering Intern and gain real-world experience in a dynamic environment. Our inclusive environment will fuel your innovation and imagination while fostering a sense of belonging.

Working on the roadway team at Gannett Fleming offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all. Explore some of our signature roadway projects here.

During your internship, you will work on a highly functioning team and aid in providing design services for a wide variety of projects. You'll receive guidance, supervision and mentorship by experienced engineers and professionals with your success as the goal. The majority of our interns convert to full-time employees.

What You'll Be Working On

• Support real client projects by creating engineering and construction drawings using MicroStation or AutoCAD.
• Assist in fundamental engineering tasks such as conducting basic engineering calculations and inputting data into analysis software.
• Participate in field assignments, including inspections of roadways and highways to support project needs.
• Contribute to various project phases by reviewing drawings, proofreading reports, and performing related engineering support tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited undergraduate or graduate program in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Basic proficiency in CAD, spreadsheets, interpreting design drawings, and technical writing is required.
• Demonstrated interest or prior internship experience in Roadway and Highway Engineering, including design, inspection, and construction.
• Self-motivated team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in CAD software, such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Experience using engineering analysis and design software, such as Civil 3D and HEC-RAS.

At Gannett Fleming, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, our tax-deferred 401 (K) savings plan, and the opportunity to incentive compensation for eligible positions. We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training programs and support active participation in professional organizations.

Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming

Location: Chicago, IL

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Hourly (30-40 hours per week)

Internal Requisition ID: 2024-11397

Salary Range: $18.00-$25.00 per hour

Salary dependent on completed years of education, relevant experience, and geographic location.

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