Airport Civil Engineering Intern

Mead & Hunt • Tampa, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Established in 1900, Mead & Hunt is a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm. Our planning, design and construction services are available to clients across a wide variety of sectors. From architecture, aviation, food/beverage processing, federal, transportation, water infrastructure and more, our unique methodologies deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that elevate clients and communities. Here at Mead & Hunt, our culture is about taking care of people, doing the right thing, and doing what makes sense. We are a flexible company that believes in giving back to our communities. We are employee-owned and support initiatives through our various employee programs. We invest in our employees and build relationships that last. Due to ongoing growth, we are seeking a civil engineering intern for a limited-term, full-time position in our Aviation group at our Tampa, FL office. This internship begins May/June to August/September 2027.

Requirements

• Completed at least two semesters of college-level coursework in civil engineering or related field from an accredited college or university by date of hire.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and Civil3D software
• Civil/survey engineering coursework
• Construction field experience including observation and documentation
• Previous internships involving civil design or construction
• Understanding of basic grading and material testing processes
• Knowledge of airport planning and/or design

Responsibilities

• Assisting engineers, technicians, and surveyors with civil design of airport projects including taxiways, runways, aprons, etc.
• Assisting with airfield design tasks, including grading, drainage, pavement, and geometry layouts.
• Supporting the preparation of engineering drawings and plan sheets using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Performing quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and data collection for airport improvement projects.
• Supporting the preparation of technical reports, calculations, and project documentation.
• Participating in field investigations, airport site visits, and construction observations.
• Assisting engineers with FAA standards research and compliance reviews.
• Other tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree