Transportation​/Traffic Engineering Internship - Roadway - Summer

Overview

We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As a
Transportation Engineering Intern
, you will join our
Transportation Business Line
in our
Shelton, CT or Middletown, CT
office, where you’ll play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you’ll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability. At Tighe & Bond
, you’ll find an engaging, hybrid work environment, a culture of collaboration, and the resources to support your professional growth and development.

Our Transportation Team and Projects
Our transportation team is more than just a group of engineers—we’re problem solvers, innovators, and creators of safe, efficient infrastructure. With nearly 50 professionals, we work on projects that shape the future of transportation across the Northeast, collaborating with state DOTs, municipalities, and private clients to make travel safer and more accessible. Whether it’s designing roads, bridges, or multimodal systems, we ensure our designs are sustainable, cost-effective, and forward-thinking.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist in roadway and intersection design, including traffic control and signage
• Help prepare construction documents, technical specifications, and cost estimate
• Participate in field visits and construction observations
• Use design tools such as AutoCAD Civil 3D or Micro Station to support plan development

What You Will Need

• Currently enrolled in an Associate’s or Bachelor’s program pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or related degree
• Coursework or experience related to roadway design or traffic studies or other related coursework and experience
• Strong interest in transportation engineering, roadway design, or traffic analysis
• Intellectual curiosity and a desire to solve engineering problems
• Effective communication skills and attention to detail
• Flexibility, a positive attitude, and open-mindedness

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Micro Station, Synchro, or other 3D modeling/visualization tools
• At least 2 years of completed coursework in a college level academic program
• Previous internship experience in engineering design, construction observation, or consulting

Your Internship and Co-op Benefits

We offer our interns and co-ops a supportive environment designed to foster your professional growth and well-being with such as:

• Industry competitive compensation that is based on the number of years of completed college-level education, as reflected in the pay range below
• Structured Learning Opportunities and Professional Development
• Mentorship and Networking Opportunities
• Hybrid Work Environment
• Access to Wellness Programs and Resources
• Office Socials and Company Wide Events

Ways to Grow Your Career
We provide a structured career path with opportunities for professional development through tuition reimbursement, internal training, conference attendance, and professional memberships. Mentorship from more experienced staff is integral to our culture and part of our commitment to your growth.

Our Culture and Values
We prioritize the well-being of our employees, communities, and environment. We foster a flexible, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Our six core values – Integrity, Excellence, Reliability, Commitment, Respect, and Safety – guide our employee-owned company in delivering exceptional service, building trust, and promoting continuous growth. Our team celebrates together at events like our annual Lobsterfest and gives back to our community through our award-winning Make a Difference program.

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