Engineer/Architecture Intern - Airports/ Aviation Infrastructure - Summer 2027

Jacobs Solutions Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

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

This internship involves assisting in airfield pavement design, terminal area planning, and preparation of technical reports while gaining hands-on field exposure with senior engineers and project managers.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in Civil Engineering in an accredited program.
• Must be a rising junior.
• Working knowledge of MS Office programs.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Rising Junior

GPA 3.0

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Engineer/Architecture Intern - Airports/ Aviation Infrastructure - Summer 2027

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 Pittsburgh, PA, 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 Intern 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

• In pursuit of a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering in an accredited program
• Must be at least a rising Junior
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• 3.0 GPA
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D or MicroStation
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management within Jacobs
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

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 September 04, 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.

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.