2026 Summer Intern - Civil Engineering, Transportation (Rail) at TKDA

Seattle, Washington, United States

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InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

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Civil Engineering, Transportation, RailIndustries

Requirements

At least 21 years of age as of May 01, 2026
Undergraduate pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a transportation emphasis
Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Previous experience or training with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or Microstation
Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to ask questions, engage in discussions with team members, and assist with technical report and specification preparation
Ability to accurately read and interpret construction documents in accordance with construction activities and requirements
Ability to work outdoors on active construction sites while carrying up to 40 pounds and standing for extended periods of time to perform observation and inspection responsibilities
Possess a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
Ability to travel as needed for construction administration and site inspections/visits
Legally authorized to work in the United States and able to complete and pass any background, security, and drug test requests required by TKDA, clients, and state and/or federal agencies

Responsibilities

Work alongside civil engineers and technicians on active projects for site planning, roadway, utility, parking lot, grading and drainage, stormwater management, and track design projects
Contribute to the development of preliminary and final designs using AutoCAD and Civil 3D
Perform calculations for project dimensions and elevations as well as earthwork, utilities, and track quantities
Assist with preliminary site assessments and surveys
Assist with construction administration responsibilities by working closely with other team members to provide information and feedback on the construction status of projects and any potential construction or design-related challenges that may arise

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AutoCADCivil 3DCivil EngineeringTransportation EngineeringRailroad DesignSite PlanningGradingDrainageStormwater ManagementEarthwork CalculationsTrack Design

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the required qualifications for this internship?

Candidates must be undergraduates pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a transportation emphasis, have strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite, previous experience or training with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or Microstation, and possess strong interpersonal skills with effective verbal and written communication abilities.

Is this internship remote or office-based?

The position primarily works from the office in Seattle, WA or an assigned project site, but there may be instances of flexible or hybrid work arrangements.

What is the duration and schedule for this summer internship?

The ideal candidate would be available to work 40 hours per week with occasional overtime from mid-May through mid-August 2026.

What compensation or benefits are offered for this internship?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What kind of housing support is available for out-of-state students?

Out-of-state students are encouraged to apply and may be eligible for housing assistance.

TKDA

Engineering, architecture, and planning solutions

About TKDA

TKDA offers full-service engineering, architecture, and planning solutions across various sectors, utilizing a range of technologies to deliver innovative and lasting solutions in aviation, rail, surface transportation, and water.

444 Cedar St # 1500, St Paul, MN 55101, USAHeadquarters

1910Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Consulting, Industrial & ManufacturingIndustries

201-500Employees