Civil Engineering Intern (Aviation) - Summer 2027
About The Position
RS&H is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern for our Airfield Team in our Gahanna, OH (Greater Columbus Area) office. RS&H is passionate about aviation and designs and manages a wide variety of civil projects at airports throughout the U.S. and abroad. The Aviation Engineering Intern will collaborate with and be mentored by airfield engineers. The selected candidate may assist in the design and construction of runways, taxiways, terminals, Federal Aviation Administration Navigation Aids (FAA NAVAIDs), airport lighting systems, and a variety of airport support facilities. The selected candidate will work on a wide range of airport projects that combine innovative airside and landside design with a strong knowledge of technical standards to exceed client expectations and provide cost-effective solutions. Additionally, the successful applicant will gain experience in long-term airport planning, detailed engineering design, and construction administration. Engineering design elements may include grading, drainage, pavement geometry, and construction phasing. This will serve as a great opportunity to obtain hands-on experience and a better understanding of airport design and the aviation industry. The ideal candidate will be able to work in a highly flexible, team-oriented environment, plus have excellent communication, analysis, and documentation skills.
Requirements
- Current student pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering at an ABET-accredited university
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work on multiple assignments simultaneously
- Strong work ethic aligning with the company’s mission and core values
Nice To Haves
- 2.5 GPA or above
- AutoCAD experience
- Specific interest in airports and the aviation industry
- Interest in working on aviation projects
Responsibilities
- Perform routine calculations requiring knowledge and application of basic engineering principles
- Prepare and revise plan documents details
- Calculate & review quantities
- Collect and prepare data for evaluation
- Perform engineering with the use of computer-assisted engineering software and equipment
- Support field inspection assignments
- Provide support to engineering and project management associates
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
