Transportation ITS & Traffic Engineering Intern Summer 2026

AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. For over 50 years weve partnered with public and private clients across the U.S. to deliver infrastructure planning engineering construction environmental consulting urban planning architecture and program management. Our depth and breadth of expertise enables us to tackle the most technically complex and time-sensitive projectsdriving innovation resilience and real-world impact where it matters most.

Our Internship Program Explore is designed for college students pursuing a degree in a STEM field and provides opportunities to learn what its like to work in a professional environment and apply whats learned in class to the real-world challenges we face every day.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applies general planning operational and engineering principles to solve specific ITS/Traffic-related problems.

• Assists in the design and development of plans and drawings which may include the development of preliminary layout and/or final drawings for ITS/Traffic design projects and Traffic studies. Specifically our work includes traffic signal design fiber optic communications cable routing and splicing signing and pavement marking design traffic safety studies and more.

• Establishes and maintains records or files of technical data or documents.

• Organizes and conducts engineering investigations and planning work which has a well-defined scope.

• Researches feasibility of alternative design approaches site conditions and regulatory agency specifications.

• Participates in quality control checks maintaining quality standards in all work produced checking computations and/or reviewing designs and drawings created by others.

• Performs other such duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EXPERIENCE: No experience is generally if accepted into an Associates or Bachelors degree program in a related technical field.

• EDUCATION: Must have completed 60 hours towards a civil engineering degree from an ABET accredited program by the start of the internship (Summer 2026).

• SPECIAL SKILLS:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Teams Word PowerPoint Excel and Teams.

• Good technical writing and communications skills including the ability to present concepts verbally.

• Ability to perform in a professional courteous manner and remain friendly while under pressure.

• Ability to process paper/electronic documents and utilize computer equipment.

• Familiarity with the use of Microsoft Outlook or equivalent e-mail program as well as the use of Internet and otherinformation processing and storage techniques.

• Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation (preferred)

• PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS: None

WHY JOIN US

AtkinsRéalis is growing fast in the theres never been a more exciting time to be part of our journey.

Were committed to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. That means creating solutions that matter and building a workplace where every voice is heard every perspective counts and everyone belongs.

By connecting people data and technology across our global network were tackling some of the worlds most complex challenges. And were looking for passionate driven new professionals like you to help shape whats next.

Lets build the futuretogether.

WHAT WE OFFER AT ATKINSRÉALIS:

At AtkinsRéalis our valuesSafety Integrity Collaboration Innovation and Excellenceare more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture guide our decisions and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow succeed and make a meaningful impact.

As an Intern you will participate in Explore our intern development initiative and will enjoy a host of benefits including:

Competitive salary

Hands-on experience with industry leaders

Support and mentorship from various professionals throughout the business

Career and educational exploration opportunities such as Client Site Visits Weekly Lunch & Learns & various virtual and/or in-person activities

As an entry-level Full-Time employee you will enjoy a robust rewards package including enrollment into Emerge our new graduate experience providing:

• Opportunities to work on various projects of ranging size and scope

• Support & structured mentorship from various professionals throughout the global AtkinsRéalis network

• Formal business and soft-skills training on topics such as time management resilience emotional intelligence feedback and communication

• Integration into a robust Emerging Professional Network

• Additional learning and development programs training career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program

• Additional benefits may include medical dental vision company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting employee stock purchase plan Paid Time Off leaves of absences options flexible work options recognition and employee satisfaction programs employee assistance program and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.