Transportation Planning Intern (Available June 2026)

Description

• Conducting background research on project study areas, planning strategies and policies
• Completing, documenting, and presenting technical analyses using a variety of tools such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerBI, and GIS
• Attending team, consultant, and client meetings
• Performing data collection and basic analysis  (ie. could include traffic data collection, pedestrian flow analysis, active transportation or transit analyses)
• Shadowing other staff to assist them with assignments and tasks
• Drafting content for technical reports and presentations
• Working and coordinating with Arup staff from other disciplines to gain knowledge on new subjects

Requirements

• You’re currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, transportation, civil engineering, data science, or a related field
• You have strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal communications) that are essential for working collaboratively
• Innovative minds: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
• You have a strong interest or passion in urban or transportation planning. You’re interested in helping to solve planning and transportation problems facing our cities, especially in the New York Metro Region
• Exposure to and learning opportunities using traffic and pedestrian analysis software including Synchro, Highway Capacity Software (HCS), Vissim, Aimsun, and Arup’s pedestrian modeling software MassMotion
• You have the ability to prioritize tasks, balance work assignments, and have strong organizational skills
• You’re an enthusiastic learner, eager and willing to take the initiative to learn new skills and software, and have strong quantitative analysis skills
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future.
• You’re proficient with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Benefits

• Inclusive culture: Your unique perspective matters. We celebrate diversity and foster a supportive, social environment where everyone belongs.
• Work-life balance: Our hybrid model offers flexibility to balance work with your life. We balance your needs with our clients and communities
• Career growth: Grow your skills through innovative projects, training, and mentoring in a supportive environment. We invest in your future.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance