Internship

Transportation & Infrastructure Intern

Updated on 12/19/2024

Wight & Company

Wight & Company

201-500 employees

Integrated architecture, engineering, and construction services

Consulting
Real Estate

Compensation Overview

$22 - $25Hourly

Burr Ridge, IL, USA

Category
Transportation Engineering
Architecture & Civil Engineering
Requirements
  • Current student pursuing Bachelor's/Master's in Civil Engineering
  • Interest in Transportation & Infrastructure
  • Strong communications skills
  • Good organization and computer skills
  • Past design and/or delivery work experience a plus
  • Openness to learn and have fun
Responsibilities
  • Perform roadway design calculations under the direction of supervising engineers
  • Assist in preparation of plans and cost estimates
  • Organize and perform site investigations
  • Investigate traffic patterns and problems
  • Assist in presenting to clients
  • Oversee, inspect, and monitor contractor's operations under the direction of supervising engineers
  • Review, interpret, and correct errors in plans and calculations
  • Maintain and organize construction records
  • Attend team and client meetings in house and on-site for construction projects
  • Develop and maintain strong client relations

Wight & Company stands out for its unique Design Led-Design Build approach, integrating architecture, engineering, construction, and transportation services, which has led to significant cost and time savings. The company's commitment to sustainability is evident in its Green Firm Certification from the Sustainable Performance Institute and its role in designing 30% of all Net-Zero buildings in Illinois. The culture at Wight & Company encourages design thinking, collaboration, and thoughtful risk-taking, fostering a dynamic and high-performance work environment.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

1939

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

12%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

12%