Airport Civil Engineering Intern

Mead & Hunt; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Mead & Hunt in Tampa, FL seeks a Civil Engineering Intern for the Aviation group. The role supports engineers and surveyors on airport projects, including taxiways, runways, and aprons, with emphasis on civil design, grading, and drainage.

The internship runs May/June to August/September 2027 and requires coursework in civil engineering, with opportunities to learn AutoCAD and Civil 3D while gaining field exposure.

Qualifications

• Completed at least two semesters of civil engineering coursework from an accredited college or university.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and related software is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers, technicians, and surveyors with civil design for airport projects (taxiways, runways, aprons).
• Support airfield design tasks including grading, drainage, pavement, and geometry layouts.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MS Office

Education

Two semesters civil engineering coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Responsibilities

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

If you have strong communication and organizational skills, are self-motivated, and can work well both independently and as part of a team,

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.