Civil Engineering Intern (Airfields) - Summer 2027

RS&H; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

RS&H in Los Angeles, CA is seeking an Aviation Engineering Intern to join our Aviation Infrastructure team, gaining experience on conventional and design-build projects that blend innovative design with technical standards.

Candidates must be currently pursuing a Bachelor or Master’s in Civil Engineering at an ABET-accredited university, maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher, and be able to report to the Los Angeles office; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering at an ABET accredited university.
• 2.5 GPA or above.
• Anticipated graduation date of December 2026 or May/June 2027.
• Must be able to report to Los Angeles, CA office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work on multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD / AutoCAD Civil 3D

FAA Advisory Circulars

Job description

The Opportunity

RS&H is currently seeking an Aviation Engineering Intern to join our team. This position will work in-office in our Los Angeles, California location. As part of the Aviation Infrastructure team, you'll gain great experience on a variety of conventional and design-build projects that combine innovative design with a strong knowledge of technical standards to exceed client expectations and provide cost-effective solutions.

To Be Successful In This Internship, You Must

• Current student pursuing a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering at an ABET accredited university
• 2.5 GPA or above
• Candidate must have an anticipated graduation date of December 2026 or May/June 2027
• Candidate must be able to report to Los Angeles, CA office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work on multiple assignments simultaneously
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship or related experience
• Experience with AutoCAD/AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Experience or exposure to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Advisory Circulars
• Specific interest in Aviation Infrastructure

The typical pay rate for this position in Los Angeles is $25 – $29 per hour and is commensurate with experience relative to the position.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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The Team

Joining our Aviation team means an opportunity to explore your potential and apply your diverse skills to serve the large and small airports of the aviation industry as a trusted advisor. You can do this in a collaborative and team-oriented environment among other driven professionals. Service areas include airfields, environmental planning, and environmental stewardship & resiliency. Join RS&H to define and master challenges, advance professionally, and build strong and lasting relationships.

The Company

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms whose associates work hard every day to create a more connected future where everyone can thrive. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to an unwavering commitment to our core values of: integrity, caring, forward-thinking, creativity, inclusivity, and ownership.