--- title: '2027 Summer Intern - Planning, Transportation at TKDA' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/2027-summer-intern-planning-transportation-tkda-bloomington-8y9rrsv6gznf' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-06' --- # 2027 Summer Intern - Planning, Transportation at TKDA - **Company:** TKDA - **Location:** Bloomington, MN - **Compensation:** $20–$24/hr - **Employment:** internship - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-11-03 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-06 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/tkda/a5a52c59-9d84-440d-9958-0c3dde16ff0c ## Job description If you are an undergraduate pursuing a bachelor’s degree in urban or transportation planning or landscape architecture, then consider joining our team this upcoming summer in Bloomington, Minnesota! As a member of our growing planning team, you will collaborate with a group of talented architecture, engineering, and planning professionals in an energizing work environment to further advance our planning and community engagement services. You will become engaged in all aspects of the planning and design process, starting with community and stakeholder engagement to planning documentation. The ideal candidate would be available to work 40 hours per week with occasional overtime throughout the summer of 2027 from Tuesday, May 25 through Friday, August 13. This position would primarily work from our office; however, there may be instances in which this position would be provided with flexible / hybrid work arrangements. Required Qualifications - Undergraduate pursuing an accredited degree in urban/regional or transportation planning, landscape architecture, or related field. - Strong interpersonal skills; Ability to work in a team environment. - Effective verbal and written communication skills. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook). - Prior experience or training with ArcGIS. ## Preferred Qualifications - Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite or other graphic design applications. - Prior experience conducting technical data research and analysis. - Prior experience or training with 3D visualization programs including SketchUp and Lumion. TKDA Internship Program TKDA's internship program is dedicated to the learning and networking experience for interns, with the hope that we can build a professional relationship that will last. We are committed to fostering a learning environment where you can apply your classroom knowledge in real ways. This program is a structured summer experience including formal software trainings, networking opportunities, mentorship relationships, social events, learning seminars, and much more! **Please note that the formal interview process for all internship positions at TKDA will begin in late October. Click here to learn more about the TKDA Internship Experience! Follow TKDA on LinkedIn for additional updates! Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history. *Pre-Employment Screening* Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history. *Notice to Recruiters and Placement Agencies* TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer. ## About TKDA ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: TKDA is a 100% employee-owned engineering, architecture, and planning firm providing comprehensive infrastructure, industrial, and water solutions across the United States. - **Entity Type**: Private (100% employee-owned via ESOP) - **Headquarters**: Bloomington, Minnesota, United States - **Founded**: 1910 - **Founders**: Not publicly available (founded as Toltz, King, Duvall, Anderson and Associates) ## Core Business - **Primary industries**: Civil Engineering, Architecture, Planning, Industrial & Manufacturing, Transportation, Water/Wastewater, Energy, Buildings & Sites - **Target customers**: B2B – public agencies (municipalities, transportation authorities), private industrial clients, and institutional clients (education, healthcare) - **Mission statement**: “To provide sustainable design services that build upon our tradition of providing trusted solutions and creating value for our clients, communities, and employees since 1910.” [tkda.com](https://www.tkda.com/about/guiding-principles/) ## Products & Services - **Industrial & Manufacturing**: Building design, energy solutions, process engineering for ag/food, mining, manufacturing, and industrial facilities. - **Transportation**: Aviation, rail, surface transportation infrastructure planning and design. - **Buildings & Sites**: Education, civic, parks, public works, transportation facilities. - **Water**: Water treatment, wastewater, surface water management. - **Energy**: Industrial energy systems and regulatory compliance. (All services are professional consulting – engineering, architecture, planning; delivered as project-based service.) ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (100% employee-owned, no public valuation) - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue: $250M (LinkedIn estimate) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/tkda) - **Headcount**: 335 employees (+5.9% YoY, +26 people) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/tkda) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not applicable (employee-owned; no external investors). Key clients include public agencies and industrial companies nationwide. - **Growth Signals**: Steady headcount growth (5.9% YoY), multiple offices across the US (Bloomington, Downers Grove, Duluth, Wauwatosa, Seattle, San Bernardino), and active hiring for senior roles. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/tkda) ## Competitive Advantages - **100% Employee-Owned (ESOP)**: Every employee is an owner, aligning incentives and fostering a strong ownership culture. - **Multi-disciplinary In-House Team**: Engineers, architects, planners, and specialists collaborate under one roof, providing integrated solutions. - **Longevity and Reputation**: Founded in 1910, with over a century of trusted project delivery. - **“One TKDA” Approach**: Cross-location, cross-disciplinary teams tailored to each project’s unique needs. ## Strategic Focus - Continuously pursue advancement in employee development, innovation, and lifelong learning. - Expand into new markets (e.g., current offices in Midwest, Pacific Northwest, and California) while deepening expertise in water, transportation, and industrial sectors. - Maintain flexible/hybrid work environment to attract top talent. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: 100% employee-owned – every employee has a stake in the company’s success. Encourages open communication, idea sharing, and collaboration. - **Work Environment**: Flexible/hybrid work model with adaptive scheduling and remote options. “We empower our team with the flexibility to balance work with personal well-being.” [tkda.com](https://www.tkda.com/about/careers/) - **Benefits**: ESOP distribution, 401(k) match, compensation for all hours worked, annual incentive plan, PTO, medical/dental/vision, HSA/FSA, family leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development, mentorship programs. - **Engineering Culture**: Hands-on experience from day one, structured intern program, multiple career paths (technical expert, project manager, business developer). - **Diversity & Inclusion**: Active Women’s Resource Group, commitment to DEI. ## Sources 1. [tkda.com](https://www.tkda.com/) – Company overview, guiding principles 2. [tkda.com](https://www.tkda.com/about/careers/) – Careers page with culture, benefits, and ESOP details 3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/tkda) – LinkedIn company page with employee count, revenue, revenue growth, office locations, open positions 4. 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