Graduate Transportation Planner - 2026

Mott MacDonald
life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, California, Los Angeles
Oct 17, 2025
At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water. We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story. Are you ready to shape the future of mobility in the world's most vibrant cities? Mott MacDonald is seeking a passionate and driven Graduate Transportation Planner to be part of transformative projects that will define how people move through the city for decades to come. As a Graduate Transportation Planner, you'll work alongside industry leaders on high-impact projects that support sustainable, inclusive, and innovative transportation solutions. You'll contribute to planning efforts for major infrastructure developments, multimodal networks, and event-driven mobility strategies. Based in a collaborative team environment, you'll contribute to technical analysis, assist in preparing reports and proposals, and engage with clients and stakeholders to help shape sustainable transport solutions. Your work will span areas such as corridor analysis, data interpretation, and strategic planning, with opportunities to grow your expertise in line with your interests and strengths. With a solid foundation in a relevant discipline, you'll be encouraged to develop professionally-whether through mentoring, project experience, or involvement in industry bodies. Your contributions will help drive innovation and support Mott MacDonald's continued growth in the transportation planning sector. As a participant of our graduate program, you'll gain hands on experience across a variety of impactful projects. Your responsibilities may include: Assisting in developing transportation plans, studies and models Analyzing travel behavior, transit ridership and traffic patterns Supporting stakeholder engagement and public outreach Collaborating with engineers, urban designers and data scientists Contributing to reports, presentations and client deliverables Supporting project and client meetings Leveraging digital tools, innovation and GIS technologies Driving sustainable outcomes Building connections through our Early Career Professionals Network To be considered for this opportunity, here's what you'll need: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning and Engineering, or related field Successful completion of EIT exam, or ability to take EIT exam within 12 months Demonstrated interest in your chosen field through previous internships, volunteering opportunities, or organization memberships Creative thinking skills, with a methodical and pragmatic approach to problem solving Proficient communication and presentation skills to engage confidently with clients and colleagues Resilient, solution-oriented mindset, with a focus on continuous growth and delivering value Ability to build and maintain relationships and rapport with internal and external stakeholders Collaborative spirit and commitment to teamwork This position will be located in Los Angeles, CA; Orange, CA; or San Diego, CA. You must be able to reliably commute to our office in one of these locations, per our hybrid working policy. We're more than engineers - we're changemakers. At Mott MacDonald, you'll find: Best in class learning and development initiatives Dedicated mentorship program Network of Employee Resource Groups Opportunities for excellence everyday We welcome individuals who are driven by curiosity, compassion, and a desire to make a difference. If you're excited by the idea of working in an engineering consultant that values your growth and empowers you to lead with integrity, we'd love to hear from you. Here's an overview of what to expect this recruitment season: August 29, 2025 - Application Window Opens November 30, 2025 - Application Window Closes December 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026 - Interviews February 1, 2026 - March 31, 2026 - Hiring Decisions Finalized June 1, 2026 - Start Date Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US, as Mott MacDonald is unable to provide sponsorship at this time. Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don't have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you! Let's discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America. At Mott MacDonald, we provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave and company paid life insurance. The expected salary for this position is $78000- $87000. Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills. Equal opportunity is the law. We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute. Englishversion Spanishversion Chineseversion All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status. Hybrid working policy At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.