Transportation Engineering Internship

Job Description

Transportation Engineering Internship (Summer 2026)

Overview

Join KCI Technologies, Inc., a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting, and construction firm, as a Transportation Engineering Intern. We are committed to building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. At KCI, you’ll find freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated, fostering a motivated team striving to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

KCI serves clients throughout the United States and is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices, and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership cultivates an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning. KCI is currently ranked #53 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

Benefits Information

We offer a competitive compensation package, family-friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring, and resources you need to advance in your career. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff and encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply. KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Internship Program Details

This internship for Summer 2026 offers hands-on experience working on roadway and transportation projects under the guidance of senior engineers and project managers. Interns will work a 40-hour week, with at least 10 weeks of work required during the period from mid-May to the end of August. You will be assigned a dedicated supervisor and mentor, are required to attend planned activities, and must submit mid-summer and end-of-summer reports/presentations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of construction plans for transportation and roadway projects.
• Support engineering calculations, interpretation of drawings/specifications, and quantity take-offs.
• Help design and prepare construction drawings for various transportation projects using CADD software.
• Contribute to the development of engineering reports, cost estimates, and project documentation.
• Assist in coordinating work between multiple engineering disciplines.
• Participate in proposal preparation and other project support tasks.
• Gain exposure to industry standards, design practices, and project delivery methods.

Qualifications

Education and/or Skills Required:

• This is an entry-level position where no previous experience is required.
• Currently enrolled in an ABET-Accredited College Engineering Program.

Education and/or Work Experience Preferred:

• 3.0 GPA or higher.

Certificates, Licenses, and/or Registrations Required:

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment.