About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in transportation consulting. You will work alongside staff on projects and take on responsibilities similar to those of entry-level employees. Our program focuses on skill development through project collaboration and continuous feedback. This position is for the Summer 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Solve complex transportation planning and engineering problems.
- Work on diverse projects including traffic operations simulations, bicycle and pedestrian plans, freight movement, traffic impact studies, travel demand modeling, and transit planning.
- Communicate project findings clearly in writing and during community engagement settings.
- Use software tools to make informed, timely recommendations.
- Adopt new technologies while maintaining critical thinking and professional judgment.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in or completion of a bachelor's (junior or senior standing) or master's degree program.
- Academic background in civil engineering, urban planning, economics, sociology, statistics, anthropology, graphic design, data science, or related fields.
- Interest in transportation planning and engineering principles.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in at least one of the following: Microsoft Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, ArcGIS, statistical software (Stata, R, SPSS), traffic operations software (VISSIM, Synchro), design and drafting software (AutoCAD, MicroStation), or travel demand modeling software (TransCAD, Cube).
- A desire to partner with and serve local communities.
Location & details#
- Location: Dallas, Texas.
- Modality: On-site.
- Commitment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid position with sick time accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.
About Fehr & Peers
Fehr & Peers is a transportation planning and engineering firm founded in 1985. Based in Walnut Creek, California, the company operates 24 offices across the country. It employs over 400 staff members. The firm works with both public and private clients to design transportation systems for people and goods.
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