Aviation Engineering Intern: Airport Infrastructure Design

Ardurra Group, Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardurra Group, Inc. is seeking an Aviation Engineering Intern to join our Columbia, SC team for the 2027 summer term.

You will support engineering tasks that contribute to the planning, design, and construction of airport infrastructure, gaining real-world experience and exposure to aviation project delivery. Under close supervision, you will assist with plan development, specifications, field data collection, cost estimating, and construction oversight tasks, while building technical skills,

Qualifications

• 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.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and work ethic.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Team-oriented and able to work with professionals and independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing plan details, outlines, and design components for airport infrastructure projects.
• Support preparation of technical specifications and project documentation.
• Assist in researching design options and presenting findings to project managers.
• Review design drawings and contribute to quality control efforts.
• Prepare sections of technical memoranda and assist with project reports.
• Perform material quantity take-offs and obtain budgetary quotes for cost estimating.
• Assist in developing construction cost estimates for aviation projects.
• Monitor workload and assist with documentation needs for project managers.
• Conduct field tests, measurements, and data collection to support aviation design and construction.
• Assist with construction inspection and on-site project representation during active seasons.
• Prepare daily field reports and contribute to construction oversight tasks.
• Assist with project-related communication and coordination, including client interactions under supervision.
• Provide miscellaneous project support tasks to meet deadlines and client expectations.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Planning & Organization

Adaptability

Active listening

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

Ardurra Group, Inc. is seeking an Aviation Engineering Intern to join our Columbia, SC team for the 2027 summer term.

You will support engineering tasks that contribute to the planning, design, and construction of airport infrastructure, gaining real-world experience and exposure to aviation project delivery. Under close supervision, you will assist with plan development, specifications, field data collection, cost estimating, and construction oversight tasks, while building technical skills,