Civil Engineering Intern (Aviation) - Summer 2027

RS&H, Inc.; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

RS&H, Inc. in Lafayette, LA invites applications for a Civil Engineering Intern (Aviation) for Summer 2027. You will join our Aviation team to gain hands-on experience on airport projects, working under senior engineers on design, analysis, and documentation.

The role offers exposure to airfield design, environmental planning, and coordination with other disciplines. Ideal candidates are pursuing Civil Engineering degrees, have a minimum 2.5 GPA, and are eager to contribute in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Civil Engineering degree at an ABET-accredited university with at least 1 year remaining.
• GPA 2.5 or higher.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work on multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Experience with AutoCAD/AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Familiarity with FAA Advisory Circulars is a plus.
• Interest in Aviation Infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Perform calculations requiring knowledge and application of basic engineering principles
• Prepare and revise engineering design drawings
• Collect, prepare, and analyze data
• Perform engineering with the use of computer-assisted engineering software and equipment
• Provide support to engineering and project management associates

Skills

Written & verbal communication

Multitasking

Independent and team work

Aviation infrastructure interest

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor or Master in Civil Engineering (ABET accredited)

1 year remaining until completion

GPA 2.5 or above

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

RS&H, Inc.

Civil Engineering Intern (Aviation) - Summer 2027

US-LA-Lafayette

RS&H Lafayette

Overview

RS&H provides fully integrated architecture, engineering, and consulting services to help clients realize their most complex facility and infrastructure projects for land, air, and space. We are committed to bringing extraordinary solutions to our clients through the promise of imagination, ingenuity, and innovation.

With a tradition of excellence that began in 1941, we are consistently ranked among the nation's top design firms. We attribute our success to an unwavering commitment to our core values of: integrity, quality service, business success and valuing associates.

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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Responsibilities

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, buildings, facility planning, environmental planning, and environmental stewardship & resiliency. Join RS&H to define and master challenges, advance professionally, and build strong and lasting relationships.

• Perform calculations requiring knowledge and application of basic engineering principles
• Prepare and revise engineering design drawings
• Collect, prepare, and analyze data
• Perform engineering with the use of computer-assisted engineering software and equipment
• Provide support to engineering and project management associates

Qualifications

We are currently seeking an Aviation Engineering Intern to join the Aviation team in our Lafayette, LA office.

The Aviation Engineering Intern will collaborate with and be mentored by top Engineering associates on our team. The selected candidate will work with associates assisting the Aviation Group 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. The selected candidate will most likely work with our roadway design and water resources staff as needed by workload, which will provide greater insight into the type of work other departments are doing. This is an amazing opportunity to gain hands‑on experience and a better understanding of the Infrastructure Engineering Industry.

• Current student pursuing a Bachelor or Master's degree in Civil Engineering at an ABET accredited university with at least 1 year remaining until program completion
• 2.5 GPA or above
• 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

• Candidates interested in 2-year internship or with 2 years remaining until program completion
• Experience with AutoCAD/AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Experience or exposure to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Advisory Circulars
• Specific interest in Aviation Infrastructure

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.