Highway Engineering Intern - Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #61 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position summary: JMT’s hands-on Internship Program provides opportunity to work first-hand on real projects with experienced staff in our Houston, Texas office. Responsible for various tasks and projects to enhance their experience in the field utilizing their education.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Enter data into systems
• Make edits and updates to existing engineering drawings and projects in MicroStation with Power Geopak and OpenRoads Designer
• Obtain design data from adjacent or similar projects and go-bys
• Work with a team to coordinate new small-scale projects
• Assemble data and research such as specific design standards and site information
• Provide input on solutions to problems using basic theories and engineering fundamentals
• Assist with layout and design of routine small and medium-sized engineering projects
• Develop and prepare specifications
• Maintain accurate and current project documentation
• Participate in weekly seminars and end-of-internship presentation through the JMT Internship Program

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned 

• Full time student, currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in civil engineering with an interest in transportation projects

Qualifications Preferred

• Coursework in related field
• Previous internship experience

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.