What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Roadway Design Intern position at Tetra Tech Careers?
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding a Transportation Roadway Design Intern to our Transportation team based in Brighton, MI.
Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Your Role:
As a Transportation Roadway Design Intern, you will gain hands-on experience working alongside our team of recognized industry experts. You’ll contribute to real projects while building your technical skills and exploring the many aspects of roadway and transportation design.
During your internship, you may:
Assist with the design of local roadways, highways, multi-use paths, and traffic control systems
Support development of roadway, signing, pavement marking, and traffic signal plans
Help prepare calculations, estimates, and design reports
Conduct site visits with senior engineers to support the design process
Learn and apply roadway modeling tools such as MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD, or Civil 3D
Qualifications:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (transportation focus is a plus)
Strong interest in roadway and transportation design
Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel
Exposure to MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD, or Civil 3D is helpful but not required
Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record
Availability to travel periodically (up to 15%) is a plus
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
Merit-based financial rewards.
Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.