Transportation Research Board; TRB Entry-Level Positions - Locations

Transportation Research Board (TRB) Entry-Level Positions - Locations across the US

Join the Transportation Research Board (TRB) Entry-Level Positions - Locations across the US role at Jacobs
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At Jacobs, we are challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

$70,000.00 – $95,000.00 per year. Pay is hourly based on hours worked. Individual pay determined by location and skills.

TRB attendees will work across a diverse range of transportation sectors, including:

• Rail and Transit Multimodal facilities, automated guideways, paratransit systems, bus facilities and depots, aerial, at‑grade, and underground stations, elevated structures, tunnels, and line structures.
• Bridges and Tunnels—comprehensive design, construction management, and inspection services.
• Highways and Roads—planning, design, and maintenance expertise.
• Aviation Services—airport infrastructure and operations.
• Ports and Maritime—port planning, capital projects, maintenance, container terminals, intermodal integration, jetties, quays, and coastal defense schemes.

Planners on our team focus on asset and fleet management plans, multi‑modal corridor planning, and help agencies improve service plans, operations, and infrastructure. We assist with the preparation of planning studies, alternative analyses, impact assessments and technical reports, working under the direction of a project manager or senior planner.

Engineers on our team handle a range of challenging projects, including conducting site investigations, performing engineering calculations, developing design drawings with CAD software, preparing technical specifications, and contributing to environmental impact assessments. Tasks encompass roadway alignment design, traffic signal timing, bridge structural analysis, and transit system capacity studies. Engineers receive mentorship from Professional Engineers and ample opportunities for growth.

We will assist you in developing your skills and exploring opportunities across our global company.

This requisition is being posted to create a talent pipeline for a conference recruiting event and is not related to one specific need. It will not be filled as a specific position but may serve as a candidate pool for future hiring.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Transportation/Urban Planning, or related engineering fields.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or the ability to obtain one within a year of hire.
• Familiarity with CADD/Design software (preferably AutoCAD, Micro Station, Open Roads, Geopak).
• Strong self‑motivation, problem‑solving, and team‑oriented work practices with excellent communication, organizational skills, and multitasking ability.

• Authorization to work within the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
• Previous internship or project experience in transportation planning or engineering, including conducting traffic impact studies, preparing preliminary engineering reports for roadway and transit infrastructure projects, evaluating transportation system efficiency, and analyzing traffic flow patterns and multimodal networks.

Your health, well‑being, security, and future are important to us. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off (at least 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, caregiver leave, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, as well as legally mandated benefits.

Seniority level:
Not applicable.

Employment type:

Full‑time.

Job function:
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology;
Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with a hybrid working policy, allowing a split between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.

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Job posted on January 08, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.