Aviation Civil Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

AtkinsRealis USA Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentorship & professional development

Explore internship opportunities

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Orlando, FL is seeking an Aviation Civil Engineering Intern to assist with design and production of airport civil engineering plans for runways, taxiways, and related infrastructure.

You will work under mentorship, contribute to airfield design, and participate in construction meetings while gaining hands-on experience in a client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office required.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or AutoCAD Civil 3D is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced staff in designing and producing civil engineering plans for airport projects.
• Contribute to airfield geometric and pavement design tasks.
• Attend weekly construction meetings and perform field observations as needed.
• Support quantity take-offs and project documentation.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Engineering ethics and standards

Education

Pursuing BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Job Description Overview AtkinsRéalis is seeking an Aviation Civil Engineering Intern to join our Orlando, FL office. Your role Receive mentorship to assist experienced engineering staff in the design and production of engineering plans and specifications for airport and airport-related civil engineering projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, parking lots, and supporting infrastructure. Contribute to various elements of airfield geometric design, pavement design, airport lighting, and construction administration tasks for commercial service and general aviation airports. Periodically perform construction field observations at aviation project sites and attend weekly construction meetings. Assist with project quantity take-offs.

Experience: 0 – 2 years of internship experience

Education: Pursuing your Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an accredited program

• SPECIAL SKILLS: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and AutoCAD or AutoCAD Civil 3D
• SPECIAL SKILLS: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• SPECIAL SKILLS: Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• SPECIAL SKILLS: Upholds engineering ethics and standards of conduct.

Rewards & benefits At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact. As an Intern, you will participate in Explore, our intern development initiative, and will enjoy a host of benefits including:

• Competitive salary
• Hands-on experience with industry leaders
• Support and mentorship from various professionals throughout the business
• Career and educational exploration opportunities such as Client Site Visits, Weekly Lunch & Learns, & various virtual and/or in-person activities

As an entry-level Full-Time employee, you will enjoy a robust rewards package including enrollment into Emerge, our new graduate experience, providing: Opportunities to work on various projects of ranging size and scope Support & structured mentorship from various professionals throughout the global AtkinsRéalis network Formal business and soft-skills training on topics such as time management, resilience, emotional intelligence, feedback, and communication Integration into a robust Emerging Professional Network Additional learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program Additional benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer. EOE/Veteran/Disability

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Worker Type Employee Job Type Casual

Expected compensation range is between $25 - $31 hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and our people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital. News and information are available at Atkinsrealis or follow us on LinkedIn.