About the role#
This internship program focuses on professional development and hands-on experience. You will work on projects similar to those handled by our entry-level staff, gaining insight into a career in transportation consulting. You will receive continuous feedback and collaborate with team members at all levels. This is a paid, full-time position for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Analyze and solve complex transportation planning or engineering problems.
- Work on diverse projects, including traffic operations simulations, bicycle and pedestrian plans, freight planning, traffic impact studies, travel demand modeling, transit planning, and regional transportation plans.
- Communicate project findings clearly and concisely, both in writing and through oral presentations, including in community engagement settings.
- Use technical software to make informed recommendations.
- Adopt new tools and technologies to enhance your work while maintaining professional judgment and accountability.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in or completion of a bachelor's (junior or senior standing) or master's degree program.
- Relevant coursework in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Economics, Sociology, Statistics, Anthropology, Graphic Design, or Data Science.
- Strong interest in transportation planning or engineering principles.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- A desire to partner with and serve local communities.
- Proficiency in at least one of the following: Microsoft Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, ArcGIS, statistical software (Stata, R, SPSS), traffic operations software (VISSIM, Synchro), design and drafting software (AutoCAD, MicroStation), or travel demand modeling software (TransCAD, Cube).
Location & details#
- Location: San Diego, California.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Sick time is accrued at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.
About Fehr & Peers
Fehr & Peers is a transportation planning and engineering firm founded in 1985. Based in Walnut Creek, California, the company operates 24 offices across the country. It employs over 400 staff members. The firm works with both public and private clients to design transportation systems for people and goods.
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