Transportation Engineer Intern
IMEG
Transportation Engineer Intern
IMEG
Engineering and design consultancy for buildings
100% Employee-Owned · Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture
This posting is for Summer 2027 Internship opportunities.
IMEG is hiring a Transportation Engineering Intern in Fort Lauderdale, Florida to work closely with experienced engineers and consultants on engineering analysis, design, field inspections, report writing, permit applications, and site drainage and grading designs. Over 10-12 weeks, you will gain hands-on experience while supporting transportation projects and learning the transportation engineering trade.
In this role, you will assist with transportation project design, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and support teams in meeting project goals, client expectations, and project budgets. You will contribute to transportation and bridge work that helps communities improve mobility and deliver resilient, environmentally responsible infrastructure.
Discipline: Transportation
Markets: Transportation; Bridge
Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
Work Schedule: Full-time in office, 10-12 week summer program
Program Length: 10-12 week summer program
Sponsorship: Not available
Assist with design portions of transportation projects, including highways, bridges, transit systems, and multimodal transportation networks, according to code and IMEG standards.
Support engineering analysis, field inspections, report writing, permit applications, and site drainage and grading design while learning the transportation engineering trade.
Work within the project’s monetary budget and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations.
Assist with researching resources for commercially available equipment.
Support client relations, maintain the project design notebook, and provide documentation for permanent record files.
Assist with coordinating design and schedule with other disciplines, including architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, technology, clerical, and equipment suppliers.
Assist with documenting design decisions, meetings, and instructions from client promptly while monitoring project design progress.
Assist with review of all project documents for accuracy and completeness prior to requesting a final check.
Assist with preparation and issuance of addendum information.
Conduct periodic job site observations and all other services as required by the contract services agreement.
Required Education
Completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent required
Experience
None listed.
Required Skills/Abilities
May be required to assist with field duties such as surveying and materials testing
Strong interest in design consulting
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office programs, CAD software and BIM
Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
Preferred
Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred
We help cities, counties, and transportation agencies plan, design, analyze, and maintain transportation systems, from intersection improvements and roadway design to traffic congestion evaluation, bridge inspections, and transit planning.
Skilled planners and engineers empower communities by revamping neighborhoods, repurposing transportation corridors, and integrating Complete Streets and open spaces.
Recent work includes SW 100th Avenue Stormwater Retrofit Planning & Design | Town of Cutler Bay, Florida (2020: Outstanding Achievement Award by APWA), Stormwater; Non-Motorized Traffic Monitoring Program | FDOT Transportation & Data Analytics Office (2021: Team of the Year Award by Florida Department of Transportation), Transportation; and NE 15th Avenue Tactical Urbanism Project | City of Fort Lauderdale, Florida (2024: Safe Streets Summit People’s Choice Award by Broward MPO, Miami-Dade TPO, and Palm Beach TPA), Transportation.
We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.
A paid internship with real, hands-on project work, not busywork
A structured program with an assigned mentor and a cohort of fellow interns
A clear path to full-time: many interns and co-ops convert to full-time roles at IMEG
IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology
Real impact from day one: at IMEG, an intern once became our Virtual Reality leader
Exposure across disciplines and offices at a 100+ office, employee-owned firm
MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations
Apply today and bring your curiosity, collaboration, and drive to a team that helps shape transportation solutions for communities.
IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.
Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.
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IMEG is a national engineering and design consulting firm that focuses on people-centered engineering. It specializes in high-performing building systems, infrastructure, program management, and construction-related services, supported by a 1,500-strong team. The company works through a collaborative approach that combines local relationships with national resources, enabling integrated projects from design to construction support. Unlike firms that rely on a one-size-fits-all model, IMEG emphasizes deep local presence and employee development, aiming to deliver high-caliber work through strong processes while investing in people and communities. The goal is to make projects successful for clients and communities by prioritizing relationships, local expertise, and continuous professional growth.
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