Aviation Civil Engineering Intern – Airfield Design

Talbert, Bright & Ellington; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced airport/pj

Exposure to FAA standards and airport/

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Talbert, Bright & Ellington (TBE) seeks highly motivated Civil Engineering Interns with a passion for aviation and infrastructure development in Charlotte, NC.

You will support engineering staff on airport planning, design, and construction, with hands-on work in AutoCAD/Civil 3D, field observations, reports, and FAA standards. Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027 terms available; in-person collaboration with project teams to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to work in‑person

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with the design and preparation of airfield plans, drawings, and technical documents (e.g., runways, taxiways, aprons, grading, drainage, utilities).
• Utilize AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other design tools to support project development.
• Conduct basic engineering calculations such as pavement geometry, grading, and stormwater flow estimates.
• Shadowing airfield inspections, construction observation, and data collection under supervision.
• Assist in preparing engineering reports, design narratives, cost estimates, and quantity takeoffs.
• Perform research related to FAA design standards, regulations, and airport planning requirements.
• Help organize project documentation, prepare exhibits, and contribute to project presentations.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, and project managers to meet project deadlines and maintain high-quality deliverables.

Skills

In-person readiness

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Talbert, Bright & Ellington (TBE) seeks highly motivated Civil Engineering Interns with a passion for aviation and infrastructure development in Charlotte, NC.

You will support engineering staff on airport planning, design, and construction, with hands-on work in AutoCAD/Civil 3D, field observations, reports, and FAA standards. Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027 terms available; in-person collaboration with project teams to meet deadlines.