Civil Engineering Intern - Airports/ Aviation Facilities - Summer 2027

Jacobs; Bedford (NH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern to join our Airports/Aviation Facilities team in Bedford, NH, working on projects that bring innovative solutions to our clients' challenges locally and worldwide. As part of the team, you will assist with aviation civil engineering tasks across general aviation, commercial and military airfields, focusing on quality and teamwork.

You’ll contribute to airfield improvements, site development, drainage and other transportation tasks within Jacobs’

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
• Ability to efficiently utilize time in executing assigned tasks accurately and on time.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity takeoffs, computer modeling, design calculations, and plan set production for commercial and general aviation airports.
• Design horizontal and vertical geometry, drainage calculations and sizing of systems, pavement markings, fence line layouts, project phasing and under the guidance of others, pavement design for aircraft.
• Work closely on project assignments with those of other engineers and technicians in his/her discipline group.
• Work under the supervision of senior staff to produce quality design and plans and interpret plans from other engineering related disciplines (survey, drainage, structural, etc.).
• Observe project action on site, representing the engineering team in the field and performing construction administration and management
• Be a self-starter and responsible for quality work products, bringing ideas to our project teams and striving for your own professional growth.

Skills

Time management

Passion for aviation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Jacobs is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern to join our Airports/ Aviation Facilities team in Bedford, NH, working on projects that bring innovative solutions to our clients' challenges locally and worldwide.

By joining our team, you will support aviation civil engineering projects at general aviation, commercial and military airfields with a focus on quality, and perform in a team environment. This role supports our growing New England aviation practice with access to broader nationwide projects within Jacobs. Such projects include, but are not limited to airfield improvements, land/site development, drainage, and other transportation tasks.

The intern will

• Perform quantity takeoffs, computer modeling, design calculations, and plan set production for commercial and general aviation airports.
• Design horizontal and vertical geometry, drainage calculations and sizing of systems, pavement markings, fence line layouts, project phasing and under the guidance of others, pavement design for aircraft.
• Work closely on project assignments with those of other engineers and technicians in his/her discipline group.
• Work under the supervision of senior staff to produce quality design and plans and interpret plans from other engineering related disciplines (survey, drainage, structural, etc.).
• Observe project action on site, representing the engineering team in the field and performing construction administration and management
• Be a self-starter and responsible for quality work products, bringing ideas to our project teams and striving for your own professional growth.

Here's what you'll need

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
• Ability to efficiently utilize time in executing assigned tasks accurately and on time.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• AutoCAD skills, including Civil3D
• Microsoft Office experience (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• A passion for airports and aviation
• Experience with the FAA Advisory Circulars related to civil engineering
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $45,000.00 to $65,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 19, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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