Aviation Civil Engineering Intern - Fall 2026

AtkinsRéalis•Philadelphia, PA

1d•$25 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an Aviation Civil Engineering Intern to join our Philadelphia, PA office. YOUR ROLE Utilize good computer skills with a working knowledge of standard office software, and the desire to learn new specialized software applications. Receive mentorship to assist experienced engineering staff in the design and production of engineering plans and specifications for airport and airport-related civil engineering projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, and supporting infrastructure. Contribute to various elements of airfield geometric design, pavement design, airport lighting, and construction administration tasks for commercial service and general aviation airports. Under the direction of the engineer of record or design task leader, using Microsoft Excel and AutoCAD, prepare and document estimates of construction quantities such as pavement layer material volumes, weights, or areas, earthwork volumes, miscellaneous structure counts, and linear asset lengths. Periodically perform construction field observations at aviation project sites and attend construction meetings. At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact. As an Intern, you will participate in Explore , our intern development initiative, and will enjoy a host of benefits including: Competitive salary Hands-on experience with industry leaders Support and mentorship from various professionals throughout the business Career and educational exploration opportunities such as Client Site Visits, Weekly Lunch & Learns, & various virtual and/or in-person activities As an entry-level Full-Time employee, you will enjoy a robust rewards package including enrollment into Emerge, our new graduate experience, providing: Opportunities to work on various projects of ranging size and scope Support & structured mentorship from various professionals throughout the global AtkinsRéalis network Formal business and soft-skills training on topics such as time management, resilience, emotional intelligence, feedback, and communication Integration into a robust Emerging Professional Network Additional learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program Additional benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. We're AtkinsRéalis , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Requirements

0-2 Years of Prior Internship Experience
Pursuing Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an accredited program.
It is preferred that candidates will have completed 60 hours towards a civil engineering degree from an ABET accredited program by the start of the internship (Fall 2026).
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
Working knowledge of AutoCAD or AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Upholds engineering ethics and standards of conduct

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of AutoCAD or AutoCAD Civil 3D

Responsibilities

Assist experienced engineering staff in the design and production of engineering plans and specifications for airport and airport-related civil engineering projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, and supporting infrastructure.
Contribute to various elements of airfield geometric design, pavement design, airport lighting, and construction administration tasks for commercial service and general aviation airports.
Prepare and document estimates of construction quantities such as pavement layer material volumes, weights, or areas, earthwork volumes, miscellaneous structure counts, and linear asset lengths.
Periodically perform construction field observations at aviation project sites and attend construction meetings.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Hands-on experience with industry leaders
Support and mentorship from various professionals throughout the business
Career and educational exploration opportunities such as Client Site Visits, Weekly Lunch & Learns, & various virtual and/or in-person activities
Opportunities to work on various projects of ranging size and scope
Support & structured mentorship from various professionals throughout the global AtkinsRéalis network
Formal business and soft-skills training on topics such as time management, resilience, emotional intelligence, feedback, and communication
Integration into a robust Emerging Professional Network
Additional learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program
Additional benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.