Traffic Intern (Start ASAP)

About AECOM

AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from planning, design, and engineering to program and construction management. They are on a mission to create a world where infrastructure creates the opportunity for everyone - uplifting communities, improving access, and sustaining their planet.

Your role

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Creatively solve multimodal transportation problems involving emerging technologies in the transportation industry (e.g. CAV, EV, TNC, etc.).
• Analyze a wide range of transportation data and assist with technical analyses, feasibility studies, and other transportation reports or memorandums.
• Use ArcGIS to assist with mapping and spatial analysis tasks.
• Perform data collection, processing, and analysis using software such as PowerBI, Tableau, ArcGIS, Python, R, and Excel.
• Create graphic designs (presentations, flyers, and/or websites) using software such as Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and ArcGIS Experience Builder.
• Performs work by agreed-upon budget and schedule under supervision.
• Prepare and give effective presentations.
• Work in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment.

Training & development

As a Traffic Intern, individuals will learn to analyze transportation data, utilize emerging technologies, and develop proficiency in software tools like ArcGIS, PowerBI, and Python, enhancing their skills in traffic engineering and problem-solving within a collaborative team environment. You will also gain experience in conducting feasibility studies, creating presentations, and graphic design, contributing to your overall professional development in the transportation industry.

Salary & benefits

The hourly range for this position is $16.52 - $22.71/hr.

If you join as a full-time employee, you will get the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Disability benefits
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Leaves of absences
• Voluntary benefits
• U.S. and global well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Business travel insurance
• Service recognition awards
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee stock purchase plan

Career progression

At AECOM, their interns embark on a transformative journey. Starting as eager learners, you rapidly evolve into integral team members, tackling real-world challenges and making meaningful contributions. As you absorb knowledge, develop crucial skills, and forge valuable connections, you pave the way for a promising future within their innovative, global engineering and construction firm.

Work-life balance

AECOM offers flexible work options for all employees through its Freedom to Grow philosophy, which supports employees in finding the balance and flexibility they need to do their best, deliver for clients, and bring their whole selves to work.

Culture & vibe

The company’s culture is exemplary. It has shaped the company into what it is today. AECOM's core values include innovating, safeguarding, delivering, sustaining, thriving, and collaborating. They take the quality of their work, as well as their staff, seriously by ensuring they stick to the highest standards of ethics. The company creates a healthy working environment for employees to feel at ease and bring their A-game.

About you

Minimum requirements:

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in a university program pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Planning with the intent to continue after the internship unless graduating.
• Candidates must have completed one year of study in their program.

Preferred qualifications:

• Pursuing a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Planning.
• Transportation Planning skills through academic or work experience.
• Fluent in spreadsheet, word processing, and standard office software.
• Basic knowledge of industry-standard computer software for the position such as ArcGIS, PowerBI, and Tableau.
• Experience in traffic simulation using software such as TransModeler, VISSIM, and Synchro.
• Experience in engineering designs using software such as Microstation, SignCAD, AutoTURN, and AGI32.
• Basic understanding of travel demand modelling and basic experience with modelling software such as TransCAD, Cube, and DynusT.
• Understand basic programming concepts and have basic programming skills.
• Self-motivated individual with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Good communication skills and team spirit.

Additional Information:

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• This position requires a hybrid work schedule which includes in-office work in Houston, Texas. 

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• aecom.com/careers/
• youtube.com/@AECOM
• aecom.jobs