Intern Transportation Planner, Data Specialist
TYLin, New York, NY, United States
TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.
Job Summary
T.Y. Lin is seeking an Intern Transportation Planner, Data Specialist for Summer 2026 in our New York City or Chicago office. Join a collaborative team and gain hands‑on experience working on multimodal transportation and urban mobility projects, building both your technical and analytical skills through meaningful, real‑world work.
Responsibilities
Perform traffic, pedestrian, parking and safety analyses using software to aid project analyses and make informed recommendations
Conduct local site visits and field observations; gather data and conduct research
Collect, clean, and analyze transportation data from sources such as traffic counts, sensors, GPS/breadcrumb data, transit ridership, or other public datasets. Develop templates, tools, and automated workflows and scripts (Python, SQL, etc.) to streamline data processing and reporting for mobility and planning projects
Build dashboards and visualizations to communicate findings to technical and non‑technical audiences
Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms, including the development of maps, reports, presentations, and graphics
Collaborate with teammates to problem‑solve and address project‑related issues
Draft and finalize detailed reports summarizing findings and recommendations
What You Bring To The Team
An interest in transportation engineering/planning and a desire to help solve urban mobility problems
Exceptional organizational and time‑management skills, with a proven ability to efficiently prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of producing clear documentation and interacting professionally with clients and colleagues
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also being able to effectively collaborate in a team environment
Strong commitment to integrity, consistently demonstrating ethical, fair, and responsible behavior
Commitment to innovation and continuous learning, with a passion for acquiring new skills and driving improvements
Experience developing reproducible workflows and scripts (Python, SQL, etc.) to streamline data processing and reporting
Strong attention to detail; confidence in approaching complex data tasks and open‑ended problem statements
Your Education And Experience
Working toward a Transportation or Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Urban Design, or Public Policy Undergraduate Degree or related Graduate Program
Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is required
Familiarity with traffic operations software (Synchro/SimTraffic, VISSIM, HCS), Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign), ArcGIS, drafting software (AutoCAD, MicroStation), data analytics and automation (Python, database management, automated reporting)
Experience working with large or messy datasets (cleaning, merging, validation)
Understanding of APIs and data pipelines
Additional Information
At TYLin, we strive to create a supportive and enriching learning environment that empowers you to make an impact. If you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification listed.
TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of this commitment, we offer a base compensation range of $20 to $30 per hour. We recognize that each candidate has a unique set of skills, experience, education, and competencies, which will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.
Collaboration, mission‑driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.
Equal Opportunity Employer
TYLin is an equal‑opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.
Benefits
TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
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Job Summary
T.Y. Lin is seeking an Intern Transportation Planner, Data Specialist for Summer 2026 in our New York City or Chicago office. Join a collaborative team and gain hands‑on experience working on multimodal transportation and urban mobility projects, building both your technical and analytical skills through meaningful, real‑world work.
Responsibilities
Perform traffic, pedestrian, parking and safety analyses using software to aid project analyses and make informed recommendations
Conduct local site visits and field observations; gather data and conduct research
Collect, clean, and analyze transportation data from sources such as traffic counts, sensors, GPS/breadcrumb data, transit ridership, or other public datasets. Develop templates, tools, and automated workflows and scripts (Python, SQL, etc.) to streamline data processing and reporting for mobility and planning projects
Build dashboards and visualizations to communicate findings to technical and non‑technical audiences
Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms, including the development of maps, reports, presentations, and graphics
Collaborate with teammates to problem‑solve and address project‑related issues
Draft and finalize detailed reports summarizing findings and recommendations
What You Bring To The Team
An interest in transportation engineering/planning and a desire to help solve urban mobility problems
Exceptional organizational and time‑management skills, with a proven ability to efficiently prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of producing clear documentation and interacting professionally with clients and colleagues
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also being able to effectively collaborate in a team environment
Strong commitment to integrity, consistently demonstrating ethical, fair, and responsible behavior
Commitment to innovation and continuous learning, with a passion for acquiring new skills and driving improvements
Experience developing reproducible workflows and scripts (Python, SQL, etc.) to streamline data processing and reporting
Strong attention to detail; confidence in approaching complex data tasks and open‑ended problem statements
Your Education And Experience
Working toward a Transportation or Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Urban Design, or Public Policy Undergraduate Degree or related Graduate Program
Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is required
Familiarity with traffic operations software (Synchro/SimTraffic, VISSIM, HCS), Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign), ArcGIS, drafting software (AutoCAD, MicroStation), data analytics and automation (Python, database management, automated reporting)
Experience working with large or messy datasets (cleaning, merging, validation)
Understanding of APIs and data pipelines
Additional Information
At TYLin, we strive to create a supportive and enriching learning environment that empowers you to make an impact. If you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification listed.
TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of this commitment, we offer a base compensation range of $20 to $30 per hour. We recognize that each candidate has a unique set of skills, experience, education, and competencies, which will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.
Collaboration, mission‑driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.
Equal Opportunity Employer
TYLin is an equal‑opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.
Benefits
TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
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