The NEPA Intern works under the direction and guidance of the Department Manager and works collaboratively with other DRMP associates. This role performs the operations and tasks to support many company projects. This is an hourly position and serves as an ambassador of the DRMP brand to internal and external clients.
Your Primary Responsibilities will include
- Perform various engineering/planning-related calculations and information analyses in applying the basic analysis criteria necessary to complete assigned projects.
- Perform traffic engineering/project development tasks.
- Provide technical support for a variety of transportation engineering and planning projects.
- Support project development evaluations using various software programs.
- Assist with the development and production of project deliverables, including written documentation and graphics.
- Assist with collecting field data, including ambient noise measurements, traffic volumes/speeds, roadway widths, speed limits, and traffic control.
What you’ll need
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Administrative discipline, or closely related field.
- Able to analyze and interpret data.
- Able to meet time sensitive deadlines.
- Able to carry out multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office software.
- Ability to learn and use relevant software programs including but not limited to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) programs.
- Effective verbal communication skills.
- Effective organizational skills to maintain deliverables, analytical results, and field notes in project files.
- Effective writing skills to assist with report writing, proposal preparation, and engineering/construction cost estimates.
- Able to work effectively in group settings or as an individual.
- Ability to exercise independent judgement and discretion.