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College Intern - Highways

CompanyRK&K
LocationColumbia
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 30, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will work on transportation projects across the mid-Atlantic region, involving field data collection, design of roadways and facilities, maintenance of traffic zones, corridor planning, and cost estimating. They will collaborate with team members to develop creative solutions for complex design challenges.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
1976
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
RK&K is a full-service planning, engineering, environmental, and construction management/inspection firm serving a wide range of clients throughout the United States. Fueled by a talented and diversified staff of over 1,850 in strategically located offices, RK&K provides creative solutions to complex challenges that improve the quality of life in our communities. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.
About the Role

RK&K is hiring a Transportation Design Intern to join our Highways team in our Columbia, SC office. 

As an Intern in our Highways Department at RK&K, you will receive on-the-job training, work alongside, and collaborate closely with one of the largest, most talented groups of transportation engineering professionals in the industry.

In this role, you will gain experience using MicroStation and/or AutoCAD software.  You will gain insight and experience into the steps required to develop designs for linear transportation projects that may include new roadways, roadway extensions, pedestrian /bike facilities, traffic calming, and intersection safety improvements. You will be exposed to design challenges and will complete tasks both in the office and in the field as needed.  

Basic Functions:

  • Work on projects throughout the mid-Atlantic region including field data collection, design of roadway, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, maintenance of traffic / construction work zones, corridor planning, cost estimating and collaborating with team members to develop creative solutions to complex challenges. 

Required Skills & Experience:

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering 
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Self-motivated with a strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Valid driver’s license

Preferred Skills & Experience:

  • Participation in professional societies (ASCE, ASHE, etc.)
  • Applicable prior intern (Co-Op) experience
  • Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, MicroStation and/or GIS

Other Duties 

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work.  What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

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Key Skills
On-the-job TrainingMicroStationAutoCADTransportation DesignRoadway DesignPedestrian FacilitiesBike FacilitiesTraffic CalmingIntersection SafetyField Data CollectionCorridor PlanningCost EstimatingMicrosoft OfficeAttention To DetailCommunication SkillsTeamwork
Categories
EngineeringTransportationConstruction