Hntb
HNTB provides infrastructure solutions, offering planning, design, and construction services.
Intern Civil Engineer: Transportation – Summer 2026
Assist engineers on transportation projects with design, calculations, and documentation.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The internship involves assisting assigned department(s) and/or project(s) by performing basic engineering tasks that reflect elements of a standard post‑secondary engineering curriculum. HNTB is seeking Intern Engineers interested in Transportation for Summer 2026 in its Boston, Massachusetts office, within the Roadway and Traffic departments. Roadway interns will contribute to the design and development of highway and roadway projects, ranging from small intersection and multimodal corridor improvements to large interchanges, bridge reconstruction, and design‑build projects. They will work closely with experienced design engineers and be involved in all phases of the design process, from concept development to final construction plans. Traffic interns will play a vital role in analyzing, designing, and optimizing transportation systems. Working with mid‑ and senior traffic engineers and multidisciplinary teams, they will develop innovative solutions that enhance traffic flow, promote safety, and improve overall network performance. • Assist engineer teams with research, development, design, and preparation of engineering drawings and documents. • Perform basic engineering calculations and organize information for use in drawings or other documents. • Follow direction from peers and supervisors and learn introductory shop drawing and submittal procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸design drafting
- ▸engineering calculations
- ▸shop drawings
- ▸roadway design
- ▸traffic analysis
- ▸construction plans
What You Bring
Third‑party recruiting agencies are not accepted, and applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. HNTB participates in E‑Verify and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. • Must be currently enrolled in an accredited post‑secondary engineering program (high school diploma/GED required). • Understand basic engineering, geometric, and algebraic principles; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. • Preferred: completion of two years of civil engineering coursework, AutoCAD and/or MicroStation experience, strong interest in transportation and infrastructure.
Requirements
- ▸accredited engineering
- ▸ged
- ▸microsoft office
- ▸autocad
- ▸microstation
- ▸us authorized
Benefits
HNTB offers a career that is meaningful while building communities, leveraging over a century of experience delivering solutions for large, complex infrastructure projects across the country. The firm is employee‑owned and is experiencing historic growth, making it an exciting time to join the team. Relocation and housing are not provided for these positions. The approximate pay range for Massachusetts is $25.28 – $37.92 per hour, with actual compensation dependent on qualifications, experience, and work location. • Internship is a Summer 2026 full‑time position in Boston, MA; no relocation or housing assistance provided. • Approximate hourly pay range is $25.28 – $37.92 (Massachusetts), subject to qualifications, experience, and location.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time