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Transportation Planning Intern

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Kimley-Horn

Oct 25, 2024

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Government & Politics
    Architecture & Urban Planning
  • West Palm Beach

Requirements

  • In the process of receiving a Planning Degree (Bachelors or Masters) from an accredited program in of the following majors:
  • City and Regional Planning
  • Urban Planning
  • Transportation Planning
  • Or Other Related Major

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the pre-construction planning, modification, permitting, and analysis for multiple projects ranging in size and scope.
  • Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients’ visions for the future built environment.
  • Develop familiarity with the federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and our client’s practices, procedures, and standards.
  • Evaluate development proposals to identify compliance with zoning regulations.
  • Prepare planning and land use studies.
  • Coordinate with various municipal and state agencies.

FAQs

Is this position remote?

No, this is not a remote position; it is located in the West Palm Beach Downtown office.

What are the main responsibilities of a Transportation Planning Intern?

The main responsibilities include contributing to pre-construction planning, assisting project managers, collaborating across disciplines, developing familiarity with regulations, evaluating development proposals, preparing planning studies, and coordinating with municipal and state agencies.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates must be in the process of receiving a Planning Degree (Bachelors or Masters) from an accredited program in fields such as City and Regional Planning, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, or other related majors.

What kind of projects will I be working on?

You will work on multiple projects that vary in size and scope, contributing to activities such as modification, permitting, and analysis.

Is there an opportunity for growth within the company?

Yes, Kimley-Horn is committed to providing an environment for employees to flourish, which may include opportunities for growth and development within the company.

What is the company culture like at Kimley-Horn?

The company culture at Kimley-Horn prioritizes people, clients, and employees, fostering an environment built on a desire for everyone to succeed, which has contributed to their recognition on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years.

Will I work independently or collaborate with others?

You will collaborate across disciplines and with various municipal and state agencies, along with assisting project managers, which emphasizes teamwork in this role.

What benefits does Kimley-Horn offer to interns?

While specific benefits for interns were not mentioned, Kimley-Horn is known for its robust benefits package and employee retention, suggesting that they value supporting their team members.

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Employees
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Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Kimley-Horn is one of the nation’s premier planning and design consulting firms. With nearly 7,000 staff members in more than 100 offices across the U.S., we offer full services in a wide range of disciplines. Clients know us for the creativity of our solutions and the sense of urgency we bring to each and every project. We take a clients’-eye view of our work, planning and designing to accomplish the client’s goals in the most effective manner. A quality workplace is equally important to us, and the unique benefits we bring to our staff have been recognized by Fortune magazine (“100 Best Companies to Work For” and "100 Best Workplaces for Millennials"​) and Civil Engineering News (#1 “Best Civil Engineering Companies to Work For”).