Transportation Engineering Intern - Summer 2026
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Job Description:
Summer 2026 Transportation Engineering Internship – Tempe, AZ
Parsons is now accepting applications for our Summer 2026 Transportation Engineering Internship program in Tempe, Arizona! This program offers hands-on experience in roadway, bridge, and traffic design engineering, with mentorship from a world-class team of infrastructure experts.
As a leading firm in civil engineering, Parsons provides exposure to impactful regional projects, helping you build skills and advance your career. Apply now—intern classes fill quickly!
What You'll Be Doing:
- Assist in roadway, bridge, and traffic design, including alignments, modeling, and technical analyses.
- Prepare specifications, cost estimates, quantity calculations, and engineering reports.
- Ensure designs meet Federal, State, and local standards.
- Review supplier drawings and assist with technical bid analyses.
- Collaborate with project teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
What Qualifications You'll Bring:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Relevant coursework in transportation, roadway, bridge, or traffic engineering.
- Proficiency in MS Office and CAD software (MicroStation preferred).
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
What Desired Qualifications You'll Bring:
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
- Prior internship experience in transportation engineering.
Why Parsons?
Join Parsons and gain hands-on experience working on impactful transportation projects in Arizona and beyond. Imagine your future with us—apply today!
Security Clearance Requirement:
NoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!Salary Range: $21.88 - $38.27We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as 401K!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS
Financial Wellness
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.
Work Life Harmony
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.
Career Development
We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.
Veteran Support
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.
Mind & Body
At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.
Health
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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