2027 Summer Intern - Civil Engineering, Aviation

TKDA • Bloomington, MN

1d • $20 - $24 • Hybrid

About The Position

If you are an undergraduate pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a strong interest in transportation, and more specifically within the aviation sector, then we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team this upcoming summer in Bloomington, Minnesota! As a member of our team, you will work alongside civil engineers, planners, and technicians and become engaged in a variety of active projects for small general aviation airports, large international hub airports, and military bases, which include the rehabilitation and construction of runways, taxiways, aprons, utilities, roadways, NAVAIDS, fueling facilities, and security enhancements. Our goal will be to expose you to the various stages of a project life cycle from conception through construction so you have a better understanding of the work we do, how we do it, and more importantly, what it would be like to be an engineering consultant. Throughout your internship, you will have the opportunity to prepare detailed drawings using Civil 3D and AutoCAD, perform calculations for project dimensions and elevations, and compute and tabulate quantities. You will also have the opportunity to assist with preliminary site assessments and conduct construction administration tasks including inspections and observations.

Requirements

• Undergraduate pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a transportation emphasis.
• Previous experience or training with AutoCAD or Civil 3D.
• Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills; Ability to ask questions, engage in discussions with team members, and assist with technical report and specification preparation.
• Ability to work outdoors on active construction sites while carrying up to 40 pounds.
• Possess a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record; Ability to travel as needed for construction administration and site inspections/visits, etc.

Nice To Haves

• General understanding of drafting techniques and construction plan development practices.
• Previous experience or coursework related to airport planning and design.
• Previous experience with construction administration tasks including staking, surveying, inspections, or observations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed drawings using Civil 3D and AutoCAD.
• Perform calculations for project dimensions and elevations.
• Compute and tabulate quantities.
• Assist with preliminary site assessments.
• Conduct construction administration tasks including inspections and observations.

Benefits

• Formal software trainings
• Networking opportunities
• Mentorship relationships
• Social events
• Learning seminars

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern