Job Description

Overview

Kimley-Horn is looking for recent or upcoming graduates to join our Public Involvement team in the San Diego, California (CA) office! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day operations for assigned projects.
• Develop effective public outreach strategies and plans for high profile transportation projects.
• Monitor and respond to public inquires via project hotlines and emails accounts.
• Help organize and execute events including open houses, workshops, public hearings, neighborhood meetings, ground breakings, ribbon cuttings, workshops, conferences, one-on-one meetings and other public events.
• Develop public outreach materials including postcards, fliers, emails and announcements.
• Support and monitor scheduling and production deadlines to meet internal and external client requests for communications materials.
• Participate in business development activities and engage with key clients.

Qualifications

• Have or in the process of receiving a degree (Bachelors or Masters) by Summer 2027 in one of the following majors:
• Communication Studies
• Business Administration
• Other related major

Salary Range:

$83,000 - $86,500

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.