Intern - Traffic Engineering

Gft

The Role

Overview

Assist in traffic analysis, design, and reporting for transportation projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • traffic analysis
  • cad design
  • cost estimates
  • report writing
  • plan preparation
  • accuracy checks

Tasks

-Check calculations, reports, and drawings for accuracy. -Run traffic analysis models and utilize CAD design software under guidance. -Provide support in multifaceted transportation projects. -Assist in quantity and cost estimates and help prepare specifications. -Support real client projects by performing traffic analysis and design tasks, including plans preparation, report writing, and calculations for transportation projects under supervision.

Requirements

  • synchro/simtraffic
  • vissim
  • gis
  • autocad
  • abet
  • security clearance

What You Bring

-Prior experience with Synchro/SimTraffic, HCS, VISSIM software. -Strong written and verbal communication skills. -Familiarity with GIS software such as ArcGIS Pro or qGIS. -Ability to obtain federal security clearance. -Demonstrated interest in transportation or traffic engineering through prior internships, work experiences, or applied academic coursework. -Basic understanding of traffic engineering principles. -Enrolled in an ABET-accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in Civil Engineering with a focus on transportation. -Problem solving abilities and critical thinking skills. -Familiarity with AutoCAD or MicroStation. -Willingness to learn from and communicate with our experienced employees.

Benefits

-Incentive compensation for eligible positions. -Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual. -Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment. -Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan. -Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. -Tuition reimbursement for continued education. -Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations

The Company

About Gft

-Born from over a century of legacy, GFT emerged through the integration of Gannett Fleming, TranSystems and five acquired firms. -Its rebrand reflects a unified national platform offering architecture, engineering and construction across complex infrastructure markets. -Projects span transportation, water, power generation, and civic building design, showcasing expertise in critical infrastructure sectors. -Its financial strength is underpinned by private equity ownership and consistent recognition in industry rankings. -An unusual fact: it merged two storied firms and five others, creating an AEC powerhouse attuned to community-scale impact.

Sector Specialisms

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Automotive

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

Digital Finance

Enterprise AI & Data Solutions

Platform Modernization

Security Clearance

-must successfully complete a criminal background check for all advertised positions. -compliance with california, los angeles, and san francisco fair chance ordinances for applicants with arrest/conviction records.