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**Transportation Engineering Intern**
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**Req #**: R123741
**Location**: CA ON, Oakville
**Additional Locations**: *CA ON, Markham*
**Category**: Interns/Co-op **Minimum Clearance Required to Start:**
Not Applicable/None
**Job Description:**
At Parsons we are a community of dedicated professionals with different points of view who enjoy designing and building stuff. We genuinely value people who will articulate their perspectives, are self-motived and solutions oriented. We are looking for a co-op student to join our fast-paced team who is driven and has a desire for hands on learning.
Reporting...
**Minimum Clearance Required to Start:**
Not Applicable/None
**Job Description:**
At Parsons we are a community of dedicated professionals with different points of view who enjoy designing and building stuff. We genuinely value people who will articulate their perspectives, are self-motived and solutions oriented. We are looking for a co-op student to join our fast-paced team who is driven and has a desire for hands on learning.
Reporting to the Manager of Transportation Planning, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of transportation planning projects from around the GTHA and surrounding areas. Typical projects include Transportation Master Plans, Active Transportation Master Plans, Environmental Assessments, Corridor Studies, Preliminary and Detailed Design exercises, and Traffic Impact Studies. In this position, you will assist technical staff in completing project related tasks and your responsibilities will include:
* Completing technical research.
* Analyzing traffic data.
* Conducting site visits for field observations.
* Preparing technical memos and writing reports.
* Attending client meetings and preparing meeting summaries.
* Participating in consultation sessions and public meetings.
* Other duties as assigned.
**Qualifications:**
* Full-time student, studying Civil Engineering, or related field
* Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
* Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point)
* Knowledge of AutoCAD is an asset
* Experience with Synchro is an asset
This is a full-time position (8:30 to 5:00, Monday to Friday) and will be based in the GTA, reporting to the Markham or Oakville office. However, this position will also include the opportunity to work remotely and therefore the successful candidate must be comfortable working alone and be able to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
The position may require a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief as required by federal, state, provincial or local mandates or customer requirements.
Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.
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In Canada, all Parsons employees, and their eligible dependents, receive supplemental Medical and Dental coverage with premiums and deductibles fully covered by Parsons.
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**Work Life Harmony** Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.
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I chose to work for Parsons as I wanted to work on large transportation infrastructure projects and benefit from our connected network of experienced professionals. I feel that Parsons is interested in learning my future goals and interests, and providing me with opportunities to work on challenging projects. I have been encouraged to take on more responsibility, and this has allowed me to improve my skills and gain confidence.