Transportation Internship (Engineer or Planner)

If you will be attending the TRB Annual Meeting from January 11 to 13, 2026 talk with us at the Careers Fair on January 11th from 10am-2pm EST. We will also be holding small group conversations with select candidates throughout the conference. Please apply at https://www.fehrandpeers.com/careers/ and let us know if you’ll be attending.

Please visit https://www.fehrandpeers.com/blog/come-find-us-at-trb-2026/ to learn more about how to connect with us at the conference.

We are always hiring at many of our office locations and our needs change throughout the year. If you don't see an opening at the location you are interested in, please connect with us by applying to our General Application. We will review your materials and if an opportunity opens up that aligns with your experience and interest, we will reach out to you. Fehr & Peers has offices in California (Oakland, San Francisco, Petaluma, San Jose, Walnut Creek, Roseville, Sacramento, Stockton, Los Angeles, Long Beach, Irvine, Riverside, San Diego), Arizona (Phoenix), Colorado (Denver, Boulder), Oregon (Portland), Utah (Salt Lake City), Washington (Seattle, Tacoma), Washington, DC, Florida (Orlando), and Texas (Dallas). 

At Fehr & Peers, we are a leading multimodal transportation planning and engineering firm with a diverse group of individuals with one thing in common—a passion for transportation. We highly value that same passion in candidates for our team. Our intern program focuses on skills development while maximizing opportunities for learning and professional experience. Internships are available for a semester, summer, or throughout the year. Hours and work schedules will be determined based on your availability and the office’s needs. Interns will be provided with continuous feedback and have the opportunity to collaborate with staff at all levels on projects to aid in their career development and gain insight into a career in transportation consulting. Our interns take on similar tasks and responsibilities as entry-level staff.

Responsibilities

• Analyze/solve complex transportation planning or engineering problems
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, including in a community engagement setting
• Use software effectively and make timely and informed recommendations
• Work on a variety of projects which may include traffic operations simulations, bicycle and pedestrian plans, freight and goods movement planning, traffic impact studies, travel demand modeling, transit planning, and regional transportation plans

Qualifications (We encourage all applicants to apply, even if you don't meet all of the qualifications listed below)

• Strong interest or knowledge of transportation planning/engineering principles and practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal relationship skills, and presentation skills
• A passion for partnering with and serving the local communities
• Completion or current enrollment in a bachelor’s (junior or senior standing) or master’s degree program. Various degrees considered including transportation or civil engineering; transportation/urban planning; or a related field (e.g., geography, public policy, economics, sociology, statistics, anthropology, graphic design, data science, GIS)
• Proficiency in one of the following: Microsoft Excel, the Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, ArcGIS, statistical software (Stata, R, SPSS) traffic operations software (VISSIM, Synchro), design and drafting software (AutoCAD, MicroStation), or travel demand modeling software (TransCAD, Cube)

$22 - $36 an hour

Placement within the stated pay range will be determined based upon education, experience, and qualifications.

Sick Time: While interns are not eligible for our full benefits package, sick time is accrued at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

EEO: Fehr & Peers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment in the workplace. We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds, and hire without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nondiscrimination: Fehr & Peers ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources.