About the role#
The Transportation Internship at Moffatt & Nichol is a temporary, full-time summer role based in our Atlanta office. You will work under direct supervision to support project teams on a variety of transportation design projects, including roadway, municipal, rail, port, and traffic work. This is an entry-level position where you will apply your academic knowledge to real-world infrastructure projects while learning our internal tools and workflows.
What you'll do#
- Produce basic drawings, models, calculations, or code under direct supervision.
- View, navigate, and measure 2D and 3D models.
- Assist with engineering design tasks and the development of specifications, cost estimates, and bid packages.
- Collect and organize project data, perform basic numerical analysis, and help test or debug simulation models.
- Document your assumptions, process flows, and results for review.
- Implement corrections on drawings or files and resolve routine technical issues.
- Communicate task status to senior team members and participate in intern training and check-ins.
- Support technicians, engineers, and project managers with daily project needs.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program in Civil or Transportation Engineering or a related technical field, with junior standing or above preferred.
- High school or technical diploma.
- 0 to 2 years of drafting, CAD, or related technical experience.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is preferred.
- A basic understanding of transportation engineering fundamentals and design standards.
- Sound analytical and problem-solving skills along with clear communication.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check in compliance with NIST 800-171.
Location & details#
- Location: Atlanta, GA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: This is an on-site, full-time position. Some site visits may be required, which could involve navigating natural terrain while carrying equipment.
About Moffatt & Nichol
Moffatt & Nichol is a global infrastructure advisor based in Long Beach, California. The firm specializes in the planning and design of facilities for coastlines, harbors, and rivers. Its staff includes engineers, planners, and scientists who work on projects involving transportation, bridges, rail, and energy. The company operates across North America, Europe, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim with a workforce of 1,001 to 5,000 employees.
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