Transportation Planning Internship

Transportation Planning Internship

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Transportation Transit Planning Internship

We have a career opportunity for a Transportation Transit Planning intern in our Tampa office! This position will work under the guidance of a Senior Planner and/or Project Manager and has the opportunity for great career progression, working on challenging projects. 

Location

This position will report to our Tampa office each day. 

The Impact You Will Have: 

• Support project analysis and technical reports.
• Perform data collection and field observations.
• Assist with planning activities relative to service area.
• Prepare maps and assist in spatial analyses, prepare written summaries of analyses.
• Assist in preparation of maps, graphics and presentation materials.
• Assist and support with the public involvement process.

What We Are Looking For: 

• Bachelor or Master of Science in Engineering, Urban Planning, City and Regional Planning Geography, Public Policy, or related degree.
• Knowledge of transit planning and operations.
• Basic knowledge of transportation and transit planning concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Eager to learn tools and software required for more complex transit technical analyses. 
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Proficient in GIS data development, analysis, and programming with Microsoft applications and eager to learn tools and software required for more complex transit technical analyses.    
• Intermediate knowledge of other graphic tools to prepare maps, infographics, exhibits and charts as well as public involvement processes and techniques.