Airport Civil Engineering Intern — Field & Design

Mead & Hunt, Inc; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mead & Hunt, Inc. is seeking a limited-term civil engineering intern to work on airport projects in Rapid City, SD, starting May/June 2027 and ending August/September 2027.

The role involves assisting engineers, technicians, and surveyors on civil airport projects, including taxiways, runways, and aprons, with field inspections and pay estimates. Ideal candidates have completed at least two semesters of civil engineering coursework, familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil3D, and a willingness to

Qualifications

• Completed at least two college semesters in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Ability to pass background checks and obtain access to airport sites.
• Willingness to travel frequently to project sites (75–100%).

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers, technicians, and surveyors on civil airport projects (taxiways, runways, aprons).
• Perform measurements, quantity calculations, and prepare pay estimates.
• Assist with project report preparation and field inspections.
• Conduct survey work and document field activities.
• Support with technical research and writing as needed.

Skills

Construction field experience

Internship experience

Survey tasks

Airport knowledge

Education

Two semesters of civil engineering coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mead & Hunt, Inc. is seeking a limited-term civil engineering intern to work on airport projects in Rapid City, SD, starting May/June 2027 and ending August/September 2027.

The role involves assisting engineers, technicians, and surveyors on civil airport projects, including taxiways, runways, and aprons, with field inspections and pay estimates. Ideal candidates have completed at least two semesters of civil engineering coursework, familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil3D, and a willingness to