Intern Engineering Designer, Rail and Transit

Global Infrastructure•Chicago, IL

16h•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

TYLin is seeking an intern to join its Rail and Transit team in the Chicago, Illinois office for Summer 2027. The team works on the planning, design, and construction of high-speed rail, light rail and bus rapid transit, multimodal facilities, freight railways, and maintenance yards. The intern will support engineers and engineering staff in a variety of project roles, gaining hands-on experience in a collaborative learning environment.

Requirements

Currently hold third-year undergraduate standing or graduate student standing in an accredited Civil Engineering program.
Experience with MS Word, Excel, and engineering software.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including clear documentation and professional interactions with clients and colleagues.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Strong commitment to integrity and ethical, fair, and responsible behavior.
Commitment to innovation and continuous learning.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Bluebeam, OpenRoads, AutoCAD, or MicroStation.

Responsibilities

Become familiar with engineering plans and details.
Perform quantity take-offs.
Assist with project monitoring and scheduling.
Assist with computer modeling.
Assist with producing progress reports.
Collaborate with engineers, drafters, and support staff.
Assist with producing engineering drawings, calculations, and cost estimates under close supervision of senior engineers.
Apply appropriate codes and standards when producing engineering deliverables.
Attend site visits or inspections.