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Known for our people-first culture and exceptional client service, Kimley-Horn is committed to supporting your development as a rising industry professional. Our internship program provides you with opportunities for real-world experience, training, mentorship, and networking as you develop your skills and pursue your passions within our vast network of clients and services. Join us and learn more about how you can expect more and experience better as part of our internship program!

Intern Class Growth

More than 90% of Interns Received Return Offer of Employment
(over the last 3 years)

Why should I intern at Kimley-Horn?

As a Kimley-Horn intern, you are part of the team from day one. You can expect: 

  • Real-World Experience: Learn on-the-job while working on real client projects

  • Diverse Opportunities: Explore an internship that suits your skills and interests, whether that is in landscape architecture, site civil engineering, environmental science, aviation, transit planning, transportation, communications, IT, and many more

  • Collaboration: Work with a variety of industry professionals both within your geographic region and across the United States

  • Training and Development: Engage in workshops and training programs that enhance your technical, transferable, and collaborative skills

  • Compensation: Receive competitive pay for your work as well as spontaneous or merit-based bonuses

  • Mentorship: Take your Kimley-Horn teammates out for a meal with paid lunch coupons to learn about their careers and experiences

  • Networking: Network with peers at regional Intern Day and engage in office activities that support young professionals

  • Fun: Enjoy team-building activities, engaging outings, and themed events

Quotes from Former Interns

Hear from employees about how their past internships inspired their career development and future with Kimley-Horn. 

Click each photo to hear from employees about how their past internships inspired their career development and future with Kimley-Horn. 

“I was fortunate to have the opportunity to learn from several people on the accounting team who each had their own style, so I was able to develop until I was ready to support PMs myself.”

Mitchell Wong

Project Accountant, Finance/Acct/Business
Orange
“I learned so many things on the technical side of the job, but I think the greatest thing I learned was the importance of communicating and asking questions. As I’ve transitioned into a full-time role, I’m very glad I was able to learn those skills during my internships, making it easier for me to learn and grow now.”

Elizabeth Dogbe

Civil Analyst, Transit
Raleigh
“Although my level of responsibility has changed, I’m not sure that my role is all that different 15 years down the road: I’m still expected to serve clients in an exceptional way as part of a team.”

Aaron Heustess

Engineer, Transportation/TPTO
Richmond
“The people, the benefits, and the opportunities Kimley-Horn had for career growth were huge. I learned so much in just a short time and really felt part of the team from day one.”

Heather Stifanos

Graphic Designer, Marketing
Seattle
“While interning at Kimley-Horn, I discovered a career path I was passionate about – and one that would give me the chance to learn and grow within the firm. I was encouraged to step outside of my comfort zone, which helped me grow both professionally and personally.”

Alisha Radstake

Civil Analyst, Aviation
Twin Cities
“Throughout this time, I have been given more responsibilities that have made me step out of my comfort zone, strengthen skills, and develop new ones. Most importantly, I have been able to identify my strengths and weaknesses and learn how to lean on and be a resource to my peers.”

Moises Bobadilla

Engineer, Aviation
Boston
“Throughout this time, I have been given more responsibilities that have made me step out of my comfort zone, strengthen skills, and develop new ones. Most importantly, I have been able to identify my strengths and weaknesses and learn how to lean on and be a resource to my peers.”

Moises Bobadilla

Engineer, Aviation
Boston
“The work I did showed that even as an intern I held value to the firm. My experiences while interning helped me learn from mistakes and truly show the rapid growth that comes from working at Kimley-Horn.”

Carly-Cliff Derosier

Civil Analyst, Structural
West Palm Beach
“The people, the benefits, and the opportunities Kimley-Horn had for career growth were huge. I learned so much in just a short time and really felt part of the team from day one.”

Heather Stifanos

Graphic Designer, Marketing
Seattle

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