About the role#
As a Transportation Engineering Intern, you will join the Transportation Business Line in Westfield, Massachusetts. You will work alongside industry experts on infrastructure projects throughout the Northeast. This is a paid, full-time internship for the Summer 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the design of roadways and intersections, including traffic control and signage.
- Help prepare technical specifications, construction documents, and cost estimates.
- Participate in construction observations and field visits.
- Use design tools like AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation to support plan development.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an Associate or Bachelor degree program in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- At least 2 years of completed college-level coursework.
- Coursework or experience in roadway design, traffic studies, or related areas.
- A strong interest in transportation engineering and traffic analysis.
- Intellectual curiosity and a desire to solve engineering problems.
- Effective communication skills and attention to detail.
- Flexibility and a positive attitude.
- Experience with design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, Synchro, or other 3D modeling tools is preferred.
- Previous internship experience in engineering design, consulting, or construction observation is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Westfield, Massachusetts.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Compensation: $21.00 to $29.00 per hour, based on completed years of college education.
About Tighe & Bond
Tighe and Bond is a consulting firm focused on civil engineering, environmental science, and design. Founded in 1911, the company operates out of Westfield, Massachusetts. It serves both public and private sector clients. The firm is employee-owned and maintains a staff of 501 to 1,000 people.
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