Job DescriptionTRANSPORTATION PRACTICEConsistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 20 transportation firm, Michael Baker International offers clients an integrated team of professionals versed in all aspects of transportation planning, design, permitting, and construction management and inspection. In addition, Michael Baker International is a recognized leader in the practical aspects of operating and maintaining a safe and efficient transportation infrastructure.
What We're Looking For:Michael Baker International is seeking an Intern to join our Transportation team in Santa Ana, CA. Our Intern will provide project engineering and administrative support to our Transportation team. Assignments will include data gathering, moderate calculations and analysis for transportation needs and other transportation related documents. Coordinate the production of presentation materials like slideshows, visuals, and handouts. Manage documents and prioritize project files. Offer scheduling support and assist with meeting materials as requested.
What You'll Do: - Assist in the development and delivery of traffic engineering design plans, including signing, striping, traffic control/stage construction, and traffic signal designs.
- Support technical specialists and project teams in the preparation of engineering drawings, design information, and technical deliverables in accordance with established standards and procedures.
- Perform simple to moderate engineering calculations, routine analyses, and apply standard traffic engineering techniques and practices.
- Utilize GIS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and other engineering software to develop exhibits, figures, and design documentation.
- Conduct field investigations, site visits, and data collection activities; assist with data input, verification, and analysis.
- Prepare basic technical reports, project documentation, correspondence, and other communications.
- Demonstrate strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills while working collaboratively with project teams.
- Complete assigned tasks under the guidance of a Professional Engineer, Project Manager, or other senior technical staff.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Need to Succeed: - Currently enrolled as a part-time or full-time student in good academic standing at an accredited university, college, or technical school, with at least one year of completed post-secondary coursework in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Familiarity with GIS, AutoCAD, or MicroStation is preferred.
- Strong analytical, technical writing, and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Compensation The approximate compensation range for this position is up to $25/hour. This compensation range is a good-faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
Why Choose Us: - Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
About UsMichael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.
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