Traffic Engineering Intern

Job Overview

As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably, supporting economic vitality and community resilience.

• Complete LOS analysis for selected intersections (Synchro)
• Assist with traffic forecast modeling
• Complete projected figures using Geographic Information Systems and AutoCAD
• Conduct parking studies to analyze potential parking impacts to neighborhoods near the Project Area
• Conduct intersection and segment LOS analysis and project trip generation estimates
• Perform traffic impact analysis as part of a CEQA/NEPA level EIR or preliminary engineering study
• Conduct intersection LOS analysis, project trip generation estimates, and the determination of cumulative impacts

Conduct field work to record intersection and traffic signal design.

The ideal candidate will commit up to 20 hours per week on-site, working alongside and receiving mentorship from a licensed engineer. This position does not offer remote work.

• Field of Concentration – Civil and Transportation Engineering, Transportation Operational Analysis, Traffic Engineering Design, Environmental and Urban Planning.
• The candidate should have a focus on Traffic Engineering as a career including traffic operations, simulation and design.
• Basic understanding of traffic engineering concepts.
• Graphics experience such as GIS or illustrator would be a plus.
• Interest and experience in traffic design standards including signal, ITS, and signing and striping design with Microstation / AutoCAD software.
• Knowledge/interest in Synchro / Sim Traffic software, HCM 2010, HCS / Vissim software and Caltrans traffic design/operations analysis standards and procedure.
• Attending an accredited Civil/Transportation Engineering program.
• Prefer 1+ years of classes in traffic analysis.
• Strong preference will be given to local candidates who have intern experience in California before graduation.

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

United States-California-Irvine

Highway + Road

Part‑time

Temporary

Business Class:
Traffic Engineering

May 5, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.