About the role#
Ardurra is hiring a Transportation Engineering Intern for the summer of 2027 in Knoxville, Tennessee. This full-time, paid internship provides exposure to real-world engineering projects for municipalities and public agencies. You will work alongside a team of professionals to build your technical skills and gain experience in the civil engineering industry.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the design and analysis of transportation infrastructure, including roadways, drainage, signing, and pavement markings.
- Prepare technical memoranda, engineering drawings, reports, and specifications.
- Perform engineering calculations, material quantity take-offs, and transportation modeling.
- Participate in site inspections, field tests, measurements, and investigations.
- Support project scheduling, regulatory compliance documentation, and permitting efforts.
- Contact vendors for budget quotes and help develop construction cost estimates.
- Review design drawings for accuracy and adherence to standards.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor degree program for Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Bluebeam.
- Familiarity with Bentley or Autodesk software is preferred.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Knoxville, Tennessee.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About Ardurra
Ardurra provides civil engineering and project management services to public and private clients. The firm operates across multiple sectors including water, transportation, aviation, and disaster management. Based in Miami, Florida, the company maintains a workforce of over 1,500 employees. It functions as a privately held organization.
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