Aviation Engineering Intern: Airport Design & Fieldwork

Ardurra Group, Inc. in; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardurra is seeking an Aviation Engineering Intern to join our team in Columbia, SC for the summer of 2027. You will support engineering assignments that contribute to planning, design, and construction of airport infrastructure, gaining real-world experience and technical skills.

Responsibilities include assisting with plan details, specifications, cost estimates, field data collection, and coordination with project managers.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Exposure to AutoCAD or Civil 3D is preferred.
• Interest in airport design, aviation infrastructure, FAA standards, or transportation engineering is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists with preparing plan details, outlines, and design components for airport infrastructure projects.
• Supports preparation of technical specifications and provides information for incorporation into project documentation.
• Assists with researching design options and presenting findings to project managers or project engineers.
• Reviews design drawings within defined limits and contribute to quality control efforts.
• Prepares sections of technical memoranda and assist with project report.
• Performs material quantity take-offs and contact vendors to obtain budgetary quotes for cost estimating.
• Assists in the development of construction cost estimates for aviation-related projects.
• Supports project managers by monitoring workload, helping identify scope changes, and assisting with documentation needs.
• Performs field tests, measurements, and data collection to support aviation design and construction.
• Assists with construction inspection and on-site project representation during active construction seasons.

Skills

Engineering principles

Data organization

Initiative

Communication

Planning & organization

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Ardurra is seeking an Aviation Engineering Intern to join our team in Columbia, SC for the summer of 2027. You will support engineering assignments that contribute to planning, design, and construction of airport infrastructure, gaining real-world experience and technical skills.

Responsibilities include assisting with plan details, specifications, cost estimates, field data collection, and coordination with project managers.