Transportation Planning Intern
TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.
Job Summary
Are you passionate about transportation planning? T.Y. Lin is looking for a Transportation Planning Intern to join our Chicago office for the Summer of 2025. As an intern on our City Solutions Team, you'll gain the opportunity to immerse yourself in diverse projects, including corridor studies, bike and pedestrian plans, emerging mobility initiatives, and community-wide multi-modal transportation plans. This internship is your chance to be part of a collaborative community where you can expand your knowledge, sharpen your skills, and contribute to solving real-world challenges.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
What You Will Do
- Conduct research and gather data to support project objectives
- Analyze data and perform mapping and geospatial analysis
- Engage with the public and stakeholders to gather input and provide updates
- Create and develop maps, reports, presentations, and graphics
- Contribute to problem-solving efforts to address project-related issues
- Draft and finalize detailed reports summarizing findings and recommendations
What You Bring to the Team
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to efficiently prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of producing clear documentation and interacting professionally with clients and colleagues
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also able to effectively collaborate in a team environment
- Strong commitment to integrity, consistently demonstrating ethical, fair, and responsible behavior
- Commitment to innovation and continuous learning, with a passion for acquiring new skills and driving improvements
Your Education and Experience
- Working towards an Urban Planning, Urban Design, or Public Policy Undergraduate Degree or related Graduate Program
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is required
- Experience using GIS Mapping software (ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online) is preferred
- Experience using Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator and InDesign) is preferred
Additional Information
At TYLin, we strive to create a supportive and enriching learning environment that empowers you to make an impact. If you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification listed.
TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions. We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.
TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.