Civil Engineering Intern - Airports/ Aviation Infrastructure

Jacobs; Greensboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking Civil Engineering Interns to join our Airports/Aviation Facilities teams in Cary and Greensboro, NC. You will work on large-scale airport projects, assisting in airfield pavement design and terminal area planning while gaining practical field experience.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited) with coursework in transportation/airport planning and experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, and ArcGIS. Hybrid work model offered.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• Coursework related to transportation engineering and airport planning.
• Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, and ArcGIS.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design of airfield pavements including runways, taxiways and aprons.
• Support development of airport terminal area plans and landside facilities.
• Prepare technical reports and design documentation for aviation projects.
• Participate in site visits to assess airport conditions and collect data.
• Contribute to enhancement of airport infrastructure through technical analysis.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Revit

ArcGIS

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Revit

ArcGIS

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 Civil Engineering Interns to join our Airports/ Aviation Facilities teams in our Cary and Greensboro, NC offices, working on projects that bring innovative solutions to our clients' challenges locally and worldwide.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join our team and be involved in large-scale airport infrastructure projects and utilize your civil engineering expertise. You will solve a range of complex problems and analyze possible solutions using standard procedures.

Project opportunities are primarily airport-related, including but not limited to aviation related facilities including Taxiways, Runways, Aprons, Airfield systems, access control, and the design and construction of aviation infrastructure. You'll work with the best Engineers and Project Managers in the business, as well as gain experience working directly with our clients. We want you to be empowered to deliver the boldest solutions for modern aviation infrastructure.

As an Engineering co‑op at Jacobs, your responsibilities will encompass a diverse range of critical tasks in airport design and development. You will assist in the design of airfield pavements, including runways, taxiways, and aprons, as well as support the development of airport terminal area plans and landside facilities. Your role will involve contributing to the preparation of technical reports and design documentation for aviation projects, ensuring comprehensive and accurate project records. Additionally, you will participate in site visits to assess existing airport conditions and collect essential data for project planning. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, analytical skills, and practical field experience to effectively contribute to the enhancement of airport infrastructure.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program
• Coursework related to transportation engineering and airport planning
• Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, and ArcGIS

Ideally, you will also have

• Familiarity with FAA design standards and regulations
• Previous internship with an airport authority or engineering consultant focused on aviation projects
• 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 November 10, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.