Validation Engineer Intern Jobs in Paramus, NJ (NOW HIRING)

We create the connections that get people and goods moving-whether by car, bus, train, bicycle, plane, or their own two feet. We provide policy, planning, and engineering services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience. Join our team and help us keep communities connected.
Your Opportunity
Stantec's multi-disciplinary offices in either NYC or Portland have an opportunity for a highly motivated Transportation Engineering Intern/Co-op. This paid internship/co-op position offers full-time or part-time hours during Fall/Winter 2026.
We believe that training, collaboration, and connections are enhanced through in-person interactions with team members. Consequently, this role is predominantly office-based, with minimal remote work expected, if any.
Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist with transportation impact studies, traffic data collection and analysis, report preparation, travel demand modeling, and other technical assignments.
• Gather traffic data from publicly available sources and through field visits.
• Analyze traffic data utilizing Microsoft Excel, Python, MySQL, etc.
• Conduct traffic analyses using HCS, Synchro, and VISSIM.
• Support travel demand model calibration, validation, and scenario analysis in Cube and TransCAD.
• Provide support to our roadway design and traffic engineering teams.
• Perform additional duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Interested in transportation planning and engineering
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective team player in fast-paced environments
• Strong oral, written, interpersonal, and visual communication
• Familiarity with Python, C++, or Java; additional programming experience is preferred
• Knowledge of transportation software, including HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, Cube, and TransCAD, is preferred
• Interest and experience in travel demand model is a plus.

Education and Experience

• Applicants must be currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Transportation Planning, City and Regional Planning, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Economics or a related field. Enrollment in an advanced degree program, such as a master's or Ph.D., is considered a plus.

Position will primarily be in an office setting; may require some field work to collect data. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
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Pay Range:
• $23.47 - $34.50 Hourly
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements
Primary Location: United States | NY | New York
Other Locations: United States | OR | Portland
Organization: BC-1934 Transpt-US NY Plan, Eng & Toll Roads
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 20/05/2026 11:05:10
Req ID: 1005928
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.