Airport Civil Engineering Intern

Mead & Hunt, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Mead & Hunt, Inc. in Tampa, FL is seeking a civil engineering intern for the Aviation group. You will assist engineers, technicians and surveyors on airport projects, including taxiways, runways, and aprons, from May/June to Aug/Sept 2027.

Successful candidates will have completed at least two semesters of civil engineering coursework, hold a valid driver's license, and may have experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MS Office. No visa sponsorship is available.

Qualifications

• Completed at least two semesters of civil engineering coursework.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel up to 20%.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil3D and MS Office preferred.
• Knowledge of airport planning and/or design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers, technicians, and surveyors with civil design of airport projects.
• Support airfield grading, drainage, pavement layouts.
• Prepare drawings and plan sheets using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and data collection for airport projects.
• Contribute to technical reports and project documentation.
• Participate in field investigations and site visits.

Skills

Civil design experience

Field observations

Internship experience

Grading & material testing

Airport planning/design

Education

Two college semesters civil engineering coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Established in 1900, Mead & Hunt is a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm. Our planning, design and construction services are available to clients across a wide variety of sectors.From architecture, aviation, food/beverage processing, federal, transportation, water infrastructure and more, our unique methodologies deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that elevate clients and communities.

Here at Mead & Hunt, our culture is about taking care of people, doing the right thing, and doing what makes sense. We are a flexible company that believes in giving back to our communities. We are employee-owned and support initiatives through our various employee programs. We invest in our employees and build relationships that last.

Due to ongoing growth, we are seeking a civil engineering intern for a limited-term, full-time position in our Aviation group at our Tampa, FL office. This internship begins May/June to August/September 2027.

This intern will be responsible for assisting engineers, technicians, and surveyors with civil engineering projects in the following areas:

• Assisting engineers, technicians, and surveyors with civil design of airport projects including taxiways, runways, aprons, etc.
• Assisting with airfield design tasks, including grading, drainage, pavement, and geometry layouts.
• Supporting the preparation of engineering drawings and plan sheets using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Performing quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and data collection for airport improvement projects.
• Supporting the preparation of technical reports, calculations, and project documentation.
• Participating in field investigations, airport site visits, and construction observations.
• Assisting engineers with FAA standards research and compliance reviews.
• Other tasks as assigned.

A valid driver’s license and approximately up to 20% travel to construction project sites will be required.

Successful candidates must have completed at least two semesters of college-level coursework in civil engineering or related field from an accredited college or university by date of hire.

The ideal candidate will also have experience with any of the following:

• Experience with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and Civil3D software
• Civil/survey engineering coursework
• Construction field experience including observation and documentation
• Previous internships involving civil design or construction
• Understanding of basic grading and material testing processes
• Knowledge of airport planning and/or design

Mead & Hunt will not sponsor a visa (H-1B, etc.) for this position.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment screening requirements.

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