About the role#
As a Transportation Engineering Intern, you will join our team in Austin to support infrastructure projects. You will gain hands-on experience by working alongside experienced practitioners on highway, bridge, traffic, and airport development projects. This role involves working in an open-concept office setting, with potential for local travel to visit project sites or attend meetings.
What you'll do#
- Assist engineers in preparing contract documents and project reports.
- Perform computer aided design and drafting.
- Check drawings and technical calculations.
- Conduct quantity take-offs.
- Perform simple structural calculations.
- Participate in field inspections.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in at least your junior year of a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in civil or structural engineering or a related field.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, structural design software, and Microsoft Office tools.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage your time well and handle multiple tasks.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Stantec
Stantec is a global firm providing engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting services. The company employs over 31,000 people across its offices. It focuses on infrastructure, energy transition, and urban planning projects. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, the firm operates as a public company listed on the TSX and NYSE.
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