Transportation Engineering - Roadway/Highway Design Internship

Benesch•Chicago, IL

3d•$18 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm that enhances infrastructure and communities across the country. They are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews, committed to an inclusive work environment. This internship is part of their commitment to nurturing talent from the ground up. Interns will work alongside experienced Transportation and Highway Design Professionals, contributing to projects involving highway and roadway design, traffic analysis, and plan preparation. They will gain hands-on experience in engineering design software, construction documentation, and collaborative project delivery. The internship will be based in the Chicago, IL office, offering 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 a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Contribute to engineering projects that involve highway and roadway design, traffic analysis, and plan preparation.
Gain valuable hands-on experience in engineering design software, construction documentation, and collaborative project delivery.
Work alongside an experienced Transportation and Highway Design Professionals team dedicated to improving roadway and highway infrastructure.