Transportation Planning Intern - Summer 2027

WSP • Austin, TX

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About The Position

WSP USA is seeking a full-time Transportation Planning Intern for its Texas Planning and Environmental Team, based in Austin, Texas; Dallas or Houston may also be considered. This temporary internship is part of WSP’s 12-week Summer Internship Program, scheduled to start May 17, 2027, though the individual start date may be flexible. The role is intended for someone currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program and offers hands-on experience on real projects alongside senior staff, with mentorship and networking through the Developing Professionals Network.

The intern will support transportation planning projects and tasks, gaining experience in areas such as corridor planning and feasibility studies, transit-oriented development and transit planning, statewide and regional multimodal plans, and funding and grant strategies. Work may include public and stakeholder engagement, GIS mapping and spatial analysis, planning data collection and analysis, research, field work, preliminary analysis, and drafting reports and presentations. The intern will also assist with project documentation and final planning reports, complete training on assigned tasks, and learn transportation planning principles. The role requires responsible and ethical conduct and adherence to WSP policies. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.

Requirements

• Actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate Planning, Geography, or related program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Demonstrated interest in transportation, transit, environmental planning, or a related field, and desire to advance skills relevant to WSP’s work and projects.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to express ideas effectively and professionally to engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Ability to take direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to execute projects.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

Nice To Haves

• Actively enrolled in an accredited Planning, Geography, or related master’s or PhD program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
• Experience using Microsoft Suite.
• Experience using Esri ArcGIS.
• Prior internship experience and leadership involvement on campus.

Responsibilities

• Support planning tasks and transportation planning projects.
• Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary analysis.
• Participate in public and stakeholder engagement, GIS mapping and spatial analysis, and planning data collection and analysis.
• Draft reports and presentations for clients and the public.
• Support preparation of final planning reports.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Retirement savings benefits.
• Mentorship, networking opportunities, and career connections through the Developing Professionals Network.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed