CHA Consulting, Inc.

Engineering Intern

May - August 2023 • Duluth, GA

What I liked

I worked on a number of projects, performing activities including ADA ramp design, quantity estimate updates on AASHTOWARE (GDOT tool), roadway sign design by using GUIDESIGN, and roadway strip drawings by using MicroStation. I was given the opportunity to take part in project board meetings and monthly office meetings by my recruiting manager. My understanding in the area of transportation has greatly increased through all of these tasks. Additionally, the team I was working with was really knowledgeable and helpful. Most of all, the workplace was welcoming and supportive.

What I wish was different

Everything was perfect I had complete access to all project files and software. Some advantages, such as paid time off and holidays, are not offered to interns. In my opinion, that could be different.

Advice

For this career, communication is key. I constantly attempted to get in touch with other engineers to clear up any confusion or problems. One engineer cannot complete this task alone. Because it involves designing several items for the road, including signals, signs, medians, sidewalks, elevation designs, etc.

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Civil Engineering Intern

May - August 2021 • Rochester, NY

What I liked

Worked on CHA's aviation design team. Had an enjoyable summer while working for a company that has a welcoming culture for interns. Education oriented and a good learning environment

What I wish was different

more challenges / billable work

Advice

Keep a positive learning attitude no matter what you are working on

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Highway Engineering Intern

June - August 2020 • Buffalo, NY

What I liked

Everyone was welcoming and more than willing to help with any questions. I got to work with different groups within the company and experience different disciplines.

What I wish was different

Work was some what slow, but was expected due to COVID-19.

Advice

Be open to new things and be willing to learn, even if it involves reading through pages of work/manuals.

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Mechanical Engineering Intern

May - August 2019 • Rochester, NY

What I liked

The company is very inclusive and never made me feel like an intern, I was just a normal employee. Also they were very interested in expanding my experience, I was able to go on two work trips and get a first hand account of how consulting engineering works.

What I wish was different

It was hard finding work to do sometimes because my boss was not always available. But she did try her best to give me something to do every day

Advice

Be patient and ask a lot of questions!

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Project Management Intern

May - July 2019 • Albany, NY

What I liked

I liked how I was involved in several areas of engineering to figure out what interests me most.

What I wish was different

I wish I got to work on more mechanical projects.

Advice

Ask questions!

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Engineering intern

June - August 2018 • Chantilly, VA

What I liked

I really enjoyed the people around me and the way HR cared about the interns

What I wish was different

Advice

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Mechanical Engineer Intern

May - August 2019 • Albany, NY

What I liked

The internship introduced my to a variety of experiences that propelled me to a higher knowledge of the engineering realm.

What I wish was different

I wish my boss was more organized.

Advice

Always seek to step up and volunteer to do projects and assignments that others wont do. It shows your employer a lot about your character and you will be trusted with more in the long run.

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Engineering Intern

May - August 2019 • Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

What I liked

Work environment was excellent, was able to connect well with co-workers in my office. Tasks assigned to me were able to challenge my abilities while still being manageable. Site visits provided a great learning experience. Learned a lot about the industry from my supervisor, co-workers, and mentors.

What I wish was different

Nothing, honestly. A great experience overall

Advice

If you receive an offer, take it. They are a growing company and are extremely successful with what they do.

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Marketing Intern

June - August 2018 • Albany, NY

What I liked

I like the fact that the company invested a lot of time and energy in growing their interns into professionals- and that the program was aimed at offering full-time jobs later on