Transportation Engineering Internship

Job Description

KPFF Seattle’s Transportation Team focuses on designing infrastructure that moves people and connects communities across the region. We work on a wide range of transit and transportation projects, including roadway and trail improvements, fish passage enhancements, and major infrastructure efforts throughout the Puget Sound and Pacific Northwest. Our team supports projects from early planning and feasibility through design, permitting, and construction. We collaborate closely with public agencies, transit authorities, contractors, and fellow engineers to deliver thoughtful, sustainable solutions that improve mobility, restore natural systems, and strengthen the built environment.

Located in downtown Seattle, our office is now accepting applications for the Summer 2026 Transportation Engineering Internship. This position will provide the opportunity for you to get involved in real-world projects from day one. You will work alongside experienced engineers on real projects, gaining hands-on experience and building the skills needed to succeed in the industry, as well as :

• Assist experienced engineers in solving complex engineering problems and executing project goals.
• Support engineers and CAD staff with design-related tasks such as calculations, plan production and review.
• Learn and utilize engineering and design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D) to contribute to project development.
• Travel to project sites to observe various stages of project development.
• Apply core engineering principles and advanced mathematical techniques to tackle real-world challenges.
• Build familiarity in navigating federal, state, and local regulations, while aligning with KPFF’s and our clients’ standards and practices.
• Participate in our intern program which includes training luncheons, site visits, and social events with other interns officewide.
• Thrive in a vibrant, inclusive, and collaborative team environment that values creativity, curiosity, and excellence.

(Job responsibilities will vary depending on team, project, and each individual intern’s interests.)

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Additional Information

This is an on-site position in Seattle, WA. All interns are expected to work from our office location.

Physical Demands :

Compensation :

The expected range for a qualified candidate is $26.00 - $32.00 hourly .

Benefits provided by KPFF include :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex / gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.