Civil Engineering Intern - Airport Construction

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

Job summary

Mead & Hunt is seeking a full-time, limited-term civil engineering intern to support airport projects from our Chicago office. You will travel 50–80% to sites across IL, WI, MI, and IN, assisting engineers, technicians, and surveyors with measurements, pay estimates, and reporting.

The role requires at least two college semesters in civil/related fields, familiarity with AutoCAD/Civil3D, and a willingness to travelFrequently. Compensation ranges $18.00–$25.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Two semesters of college coursework in civil/related engineering fields.
• Experience with field inspections, surveying, or DOT projects is a plus.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil3D, and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers, technicians, and surveyors on civil airport projects.
• Take measurements, calculate quantities, and prepare pay estimates.
• Help prepare project reports and maintain documentation.
• Conduct field inspections, take notes, and perform surveys.
• Conduct basic technical research and write summaries.
• Assist with other assigned tasks.

Skills

Construction field experience

Internship experience

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Civil3D

Grading & testing

Airport planning/design

Survey tasks

Civil engineering coursework

Education

Two semesters coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Civil3D

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 full-time, limited-term civil engineering intern to perform construction inspection services on airport projects. This position will be based at our office in Chicago, IL and involves frequent travel to various construction project sites throughout the states of IL, WI, MI, and IN. The anticipated internship period is expected to begin May/June 2027 and end by 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 approximately 50%-80% 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, mechanical engineering, enterprise systems, construction management or other 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.

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.