Civil Engineering Intern

Mead & Hunt; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mead & Hunt is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern for its Portland, ME office. The internship runs May/June 2027 to August/September 2027 and provides hands‑on experience supporting design and inspection on airport projects across Maine and neighboring states.

The intern will work with engineers, technicians, and construction managers on engineering tasks, drafting, and site observations, gaining exposure to FAA standards and project documentation.

Qualifications

• Two semesters of college‑level civil engineering or construction management coursework completed by hire date.
• Valid driver’s license; able to pass background checks for airport site access.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers, technicians, and surveyors with civil design for airport projects (taxiways, runways, aprons).
• Help with airfield design tasks including grading, drainage, pavement, and geometry layouts.
• Support preparation of drawings and plan sheets using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and data collection for airport projects.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, calculations, and project documentation.
• Participate in field investigations, site visits, and construction observations.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil3D

MS Office

FAA standards

Education

Two semesters civil engineering coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

MS Office

Job description

Responsibilities

Established in 1900, Mead & Hunt is a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm. Our planning, design and construction services are available to clients across a wide variety of sectors.From architecture, aviation, food/beverage processing, and federal to transportation, water infrastructure and more, our unique methodologies deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that elevate clients and communities.

Here at Mead & Hunt, our culture is about taking care of people, doing the right thing, and doing what makes sense. We are a flexible company that believes in giving back to our communities. We are employee-owned and support initiatives through our various employee programs. We invest in our employees and build relationships that last.

As a result of our continued growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a limited-term, full-time Civil Engineering Intern based in our Portland, ME office. This position will provide hands‑on experience supporting both engineering design efforts and construction inspection on airport projects throughout Maine and at various project sites in neighboring states. The internship is expected to begin in May/June 2027 and conclude in August/September 2027.

This intern will be responsible for assisting engineers, technicians, and construction managers with civil engineering projects in the following areas:

• Assisting engineers, technicians, and surveyors with civil design of airport projects including taxiways, runways, aprons, etc.

• Assisting with airfield design tasks, including grading, drainage, pavement, and geometry layouts.
• Supporting the preparation of engineering drawings and plan sheets using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Performing quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and data collection for airport improvement projects.
• Supporting the preparation of technical reports, calculations, and project documentation.
• Participating in field investigations, airport site visits, and construction observations.
• Assisting engineers with FAA standards research and compliance reviews.
• Other tasks as assigned.

A valid driver’s license, the ability to pass background checks to gain access to airport sites, and frequent travel to construction project sites approximately up to 50% of the time (may also include overnight stays) will be required.

Successful candidates must have completed at least two semesters of college‑level coursework in civil engineering or construction management from an accredited college or university by date of hire.

The ideal candidate will have experience with any/all the following:

• Construction field experience including observation and documentation
• Previous internships involving construction and/or civil site inspections
• Experience with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and Civil3D software
• Understanding of basic grading and testing processes
• Knowledge of airport planning and/or design
• Civil engineering coursework

Mead & Hunt will not sponsor a visa (H-1B, etc.) for this position.

Hourly Rate Range: $18.00 - $25.00 – Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: experience, skill set or location.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre‑employment screening requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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