Transportation Engineering Internship – Summer 2027

CLARK DIETZ INC • Delta Charter Township, MI

8d • $20 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Clark Dietz internships provide a great opportunity to apply academic learning to real world engineering projects through hands on experience. Interns also participate in group activities throughout the summer to learn about the engineering profession, technical areas, and career paths. As a Transportation Engineer Intern, you will work as part of a team in the field on a variety of municipal infrastructure and roadway projects. Duties will include assisting with design, plan development, specifications, site surveying and documentation of construction activities, computing quantities, and verifying measurements and layouts on project sites. Our transportation projects can include a variety of linear features along a transportation corridor, such as traffic, pavement, signals and lighting, structures, storm systems, drainage, watermain transmission, and sanitary systems.

Requirements

• Declared major in Civil Engineering with an interest in Transportation
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and documents
• Ability to research specifications and codes as needed
• Ability to perform basic calculations to compute quantities, verify measurements, and organize and analyze data
• Good organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Willingness to perform a variety of tasks with guidance from other staff
• Good communication and listening skills
• Ability to ask insightful questions and learn and apply new skills
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel & Word)
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle for commuting to project sites

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience using CAD software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Bentley ORD, MicroStation)

Responsibilities

• Assisting with design, plan development, specifications, site surveying and documentation of construction activities
• Computing quantities
• Verifying measurements and layouts on project sites
• Working as part of a team in the field on a variety of municipal infrastructure and roadway projects

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $20 to $26 per hour, based on experience and academic year
• Hands-On Experience: Contribute to impactful projects and gain practical experience
• Mentorship: Assignment to an Intern Mentor Pod led by an experienced professional
• Networking: Build connections with teammates and leaders
• Skill Development: Sharpen your technical and soft skills through project work
• Perks: Intern swag kit and safety gear provided
• Events: Engage in learning and social activities throughout the summer

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern