Traffic Count Intern

WHO WE ARE

Michael Baker International is a leading provider of architectural, engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, environmental, construction and program management.

The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to support U.S.

federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients.

Michael Baker's more than 4,000 employees across 85 locations are committed to a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technological advancement to help solve challenges for clients and communities throughout the country.

To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking a Traffic Count Intern student to support our Planning Department to collect traffic counts for WVDOT District 1, Charleston, WV office.

The selected individual will set up and remove traffic count equipment as assigned.

They will learn the profession as duties are performed.

Duties will include:


* Knowledge of transportation planning principles and practices preferred.


* Ability to: plan and organize for daily assignments; navigate to locations throughout The District 1 Area; learn and follow traffic counting equipment and safety procedures.


* Skill: organizational skills and computer skills that encompass effective use of spreadsheet and database software; familiarity with Microsoft Office programs helpful.


* Required Licensing/Certification: A valid U.S.

Driver's License


* Assist with data collection, input, verification, and manipulation


* Work under the supervision of a senior level team member


* Assist Project Managers and Engineers with various tasks

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS


* Minimum of High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)


* Completion of one full year of technical courses in a college or university in transportation planning, engineering, or land use planning preferred.


* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite


* Strong written and verbal communication skills

COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation for this position is $20 per hour.

This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.

Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas cons...