Transportation Engineering Internship

Benesch • Pittsburgh, PA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm that enhances infrastructure and communities across the country. We are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews, committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. This internship is part of our commitment to nurturing talent from the ground up. As a Roadway and Highway Design intern during the summer of 2026, you will contribute to engineering projects that involve highway and roadway design, traffic analysis, and plan preparation. You will gain valuable hands-on experience in engineering design software, construction documentation, and collaborative project delivery. The internship will be based in our Pittsburgh, PA office, offering opportunities for mentorship from senior engineers and exposure to project sites.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Strong interest in highway, roadway, or transportation engineering.
• Familiarity with design software such as MicroStation and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Organizational skills to handle multiple assignments efficiently.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to and from project sites.

Nice To Haves

• Geopak or 3D Modeling experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to engineering projects involving highway and roadway design.
• Participate in traffic analysis.
• Assist with plan preparation.
• Gain hands-on experience in engineering design software.
• Learn about construction documentation.
• Engage in collaborative project delivery.

Benefits

• Leadership development
• Training
• Clear paths forward for career growth
• Up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Generous paid time off
• Parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Mentorship
• Hands-on experience
• Opportunities to make an impact from day one

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree