Civil Engineering Intern

Mead & Hunt; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mead & Hunt in Rapid City, SD is seeking a limited-term, full-time civil engineering intern to support engineers, technicians and surveyors on airport projects (taxiways, runways, aprons). You will perform measurements, prepare pay estimates, assist with reports, and conduct field inspections, survey work and written tasks.

Applicants should have completed at least two semesters of civil engineering or related coursework, hold a valid driver’s license, and be willing to travel 75–100% to project

Qualifications

• Two semesters civil engineering, construction management, or related coursework completed.
• Experience with field observing construction, DOT projects, surveying or civil site inspections is preferred.
• Ability to operate AutoCAD, Civil3D and MS Office is advantageous.
• Knowledge of basic grading and testing processes is desirable.
• Knowledge of airport planning and/or design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers, technicians, and surveyors on civil airport projects including taxiways, runways, and aprons.
• Perform measurements, quantity calculations, and assist in preparing pay estimates.
• Assist with project report preparation.
• Conduct field inspections, document findings, and perform survey work.
• Conduct technical research and contribute to writing tasks.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

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 expansive growth, we have a position available for a limited-term, full-time civil engineering intern to work in the construction field on airport projects based in Rapid City, SD starting in May/June 2027 and ending in August/September 2027.

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

• Assisting engineers, technicians, and surveyors with civil airport projects including taxiways, runways, aprons, etc.
• Performing measurements and quantity calculations and preparing pay estimates
• Assisting with project report preparation
• Performing field inspection, documentation, and survey work
• Some technical research and writing
• 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 75%-100% of the time will be required.

Successful candidates must have completed at least two semesters of college-level coursework in civil engineering, construction management, or related field 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, DOT projects, surveying 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
• Survey tasks
• Civil/survey engineering coursework

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

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.