Intern Transportation Engineering Designer

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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? T.Y. Lin is looking for a Transportation/Traffic Engineering Intern to join our Chicago office for the Summer of 2026. As an intern on our City Solutions Team, you'll gain the opportunity to immerse yourself in diverse infrastructure projects focused on multimodal transportation plans that support communities and transformational real estate developments. Our work includes diverse, high-profile projects around the country for public and private sector clients, and we meet our clients’ needs through an interdisciplinary approach to planning and engineering. This internship is your chance to be part of a collaborative team where you can expand your knowledge and sharpen your skills through hands-on meaningful work.Responsibilities & Qualifications
What You Will Do
Conduct site visits, field observations to gather data and provide research
Perform traffic, pedestrian, parking and safety analyses
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 a Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Urban Design, or Public Policy Undergraduate Degree or related Graduate Program
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is required
- Familiarity with traffic planning/analysis software (HCS, Synchro/Sim Traffic) and drafting software (AutoCAD, MicroStation) Preferred
Additional Information
TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of this commitment, we offer a base compensation range of $20 to $30 per hour. We recognize that each candidate has a unique set of skills, experience, education, and competencies, which will be reflected in our offer.
TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may 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.
Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.
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.
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