Transportation Planning Intern/Co-Op

Company: Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Location: Boston
Posted on: November 14, 2024

Job Description:

Transportation Planning Intern/Co-Op - (182231)At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community but around the world.Primary ResponsibilitiesThe Transportation Planning Intern/Co-Op will work as a member of a team on multiple projects serving clients in the New England area, such as NHDOT, Mass DOT and MBTA along with some national pursuits. The position includes multimodal planning support for traffic and transit studies. The successful candidate will support Complete Streets assignments, evaluate Bus Rapid Transit plans, Bicycle and Pedestrian projects, and possibly assist with FTA and FHWA grant applications. The candidate will need to be a self-motivated individual who utilizes the highest level of professionalism while performing transportation planning and engineering assignments.Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of or interest in learning ArcGIS, Synchro
• Knowledge of or interest in learning AutoCAD or Microstation
• 3.0 GPA or higher preferred
• A minimum of 2 years completed toward degree
• Students with at least one prior internship in the transportation industry preferred.
• Strong preference given to local candidates available for winter session (start January 2025)Required Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
  • Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
  • Basic Microsoft Office skills
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustWhat We BelieveHDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.Our CommitmentAs employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.Primary LocationIndustry: TransitSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: TemporaryBusiness Class: Transportation PlanningJob PostingAt HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.
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