Transit Planning Intern II

AECOM is seeking a Transit Planning Intern to join our team in Middleton WI.

This position is expected to begin in May 2027.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Planning and project development activities for transportation projects with a focus on transit projects under supervision of more senior staff.
• Supporting planning studies and reports for new and updated plans and programs.
• Collecting a variety of statistical data and prepares reports and maps on topics such as census information land use roadway network crash records and asset inventories.
• Utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to analyze data and prepare detailed maps for use in reports.
• Conducting concept level evaluation of transportation improvement options.
• Documenting and presenting findings on transportation planning projects.
• Researching current transportation related topics at local State and Federal levels.
• Researching project options and documents findings
• Assisting with other duties assigned by senior staff and/or Project Managers.

Qualifications :

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelors degree in GIS Planning Urban Design or related field and must have completed at least two years of study. Candidates who have recently graduated with a Bachelors degree and plan to continue with the Masters degree are eligible to apply for these positions. Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelors degree in the most previous school term with an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline at the conclusion of the internship.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Pursuing a MA/MS in a related field.
• Previous internship or co-op experience.
• Desire to help shape high quality transit systems in cities across the United States including municipalities like the City of Madison.
• Self-motivated individual with strong organizational skills
• Demonstrate excellent written verbal and graphical skills
• Coursework and/or project experience in transit planning and policy foundations including transit network concepts conducting qualitative and quantitative assessments and awareness of public engagement best practices.
• Involved in student organizations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word Excel and PowerPoint.
• Basic proficiency with Geographic Information Systems such as ArcMap ArcPro and ArcGIS Online.
• Experience in preparing graphics and visuals for a technical and public audience.
• Ability to work as a member of a team or perform independent work as required.

Additional Information :

• Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available for this position.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this role.

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Intern