About the Opportunity

At MSA, we believe the best learning happens through teamwork, mentorship, and hands-on experience. We are looking for a Traffic Engineering Intern who is excited to learn, contribute, and grow in a supportive environment. This role is based out of our Madison WI office but most of your time you will be working independently in the field.

MSA internships are typically at least 12 weeks in duration, ranging from mid-May 2026 to mid-August 2026, with start/exit dates confirmed later in the hiring process. For engineering students seeking experience with traffic and transportation projects, this is the position for you!   Additionally, an internship at MSA provides you with a collaborative environment across the firm among the 40 interns each summer.

Why Join Us

• Real-world experience in a professional engineering environment.

• Mentorship from experienced engineers and project managers.

• Exposure to projects that make a positive impact on communities across the Midwest.

• Opportunity to build technical skills and professional connections.

Please note that MSA receives an extremely high volume of applicants for our internship listings, and we appreciate your patience. The team will be in touch as soon as possible. Even if you applied online, the team encourages you to visit the MSA career fair booth if visiting your campus this fall.

Field Work/Construction Management

• Traffic counting, topographic survey, or other project data collection
• Complete reports and documentation on traffic data collection
• Construction field inspection/staking operations
• Complete Inspector Daily Reports (IDR’s) and other DOT reports
• Measure and compute item quantities installed on the project  

What you bring:

• Pursuing either of the following degrees required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (or related) with a transportation focus preferred
  • Associate’s degree in civil engineering technology (or related)
• Freshman to senior standing required 
• A valid driver’s license required
• Prior experience in the transportation field preferred
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Excel required
• MicroStation or AutoCAD experience preferred
• A desire to learn more about transportation engineering projects in a consulting industry
• This position requires you to have authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We will not provide sponsorship for this position.

Why MSA?

• Better Together: A collaborative environment that values open ideas, diversity, and authenticity. Our diverse perspectives fuel innovation and success in our employee-owned firm.
• Multi-disciplinary Opportunities: Follow your interests, explore new experiences, and apply your skills where they have the most impact.
• We've Got Your Back: Enjoy support when you need it and independence when you don't. We are 500+ strong, working as one cohesive team.
• Passion & Purpose: We're passionate about our work and proud of it! Share inspirations, "geek out," and think big with us.
• Pay & Perks: Competitive pay and unique perks that make MSA stand out.
• Communities of Practice: Our think tanks and idea generators—regular collaboration and learning opportunities.
• Work-Life Integration: Life doesn't stop when work begins. We support your professional and personal balance.
• Commitment to Learning: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and cutting-edge technology to keep you connected and creative.
• Community Engagement: Giving back through volunteering, education, STEM outreach, and event participation, backed by corporate sponsorship and donations.

The salary for this position ranges from $21 to $25 per year commensurate with experience. Higher compensation within this range will be paid to candidates with significant experience and exceptional qualifications.

MSA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. At MSA, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.  If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at hr@msa-ps.com

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