Intern - Aviation Planning (Summer 2027)

HNTB Corporation; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

HNTB Corporation is seeking motivated interns for the Aviation Planning + Environmental team for Summer 2027 in either Boston or San Francisco. Gain exposure to landside, terminal, airside, environmental, and financial analyses while contributing to master plans and environmental permitting.

Mentorship and professional development opportunities are available. Ideal candidates are enrolled in related programs, have strong analytical and communication skills, and are eager to learn across

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a related undergraduate or graduate program.
• Interest in aviation planning and multi-disciplinary project work.

Responsibilities

• Assist project team members with support tasks.
• Conduct basic research and data collection.
• Maintain records, collections and files for specific projects.
• Assist in developing graphics, presentation materials and reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data analysis

Visualization

Written reports

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student in related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino

Revit

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Python

R

Job description

What We're Looking For

HNTB’s Aviation Planning + Environmental team is currently seeking highly qualified candidates for an Intern position during Summer 2027. A successful candidate will demonstrate an enthusiasm for aviation, solid critical thinking skills, and a desire to explore the multi-disciplinary workstreams that shape the airports of tomorrow. Selected candidates will have access to excellent mentorship, professional development and skills growth. Positions are available in either our Boston or San Francisco offices. Relocation and housing are not provided for these positions.

What is aviation planning to us? We are critical‑thinking problem‑solvers who tackle any question that comes our way and continually build trust through our exceptional client service. Our works with airport owners and airline clients across the country, carrying out a wide variety of analyses across multiple disciplines, including landside, terminal, airside, airspace, environmental, land use, and financial/advisory services. On any given day, we’re delivering on master plans, environmental permitting, gate layouts, curbside studies, terminal modernizations, and so much more.

This team is comprised of doers of the highest order, and we’re excited for you to bring your abilities to join the team. At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee‑owners.

What You’ll Do

• Assists project team members with various support tasks.
• Conducts basic research and data collection.
• Maintains records, collections and files related to specific projects.
• Assist in the development of graphics, presentation materials and reports.
• Performs other duties assigned.

What You’ll Need

• Enrolled in a related undergraduate or graduate program.

What You'll Bring

• Strong aptitude in analyzing data, creating supporting visualizations, and developing clear written reports and presentations for a broad range of audiences.
• Motivated to ask questions, flag challenges, and anticipate solutions.

What We Prefer

• Rising Undergraduate Senior (Class of 2028) or Graduate level student.
• Common disciplines include Civil Engineering, Architecture, Aviation Management, Urban Planning, or related field.
• We welcome non-traditional majors with technical prowess.
• Enthusiasm for solving aviation-themed challenges.
• Internship or work experience with airports, airlines, transportation authorities, or related organizations.
• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills.
• Strong competency with AutoCAD, design programs such as Rhinoceros, Revit, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, or data analysis languages such as Python or R.

Locations

Boston, MA, San Francisco, CA

Pay Range

The approximate pay range for the California San Francisco Bay Area is $26.34 - $39.50. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

The approximate pay range for Massachusetts is $25.28 - $37.92. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position based on all selected locations within the state at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Work Authorization

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will only employ qualified individuals legally authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required. HNTB participates in E-Verify Know your rights: Right to Work

Equal Opportunity Employer

HNTB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other status protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.

Culture & Values

At HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don’t have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB’s spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities.

Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value. When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee‑owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive workplace.

We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities.