Civil Engineering Intern (Aviation) - Summer 2027

RS&H • Gahanna, OH

9h • Onsite

About The Position

RS&H is seeking an Aviation Engineering Intern for the Infrastructure Business Unit 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 firm is looking for an Aviation Civil Engineering Intern with the desire to work on aviation projects and grow professionally. Associates focus on innovative design and technical excellence with a passion for completing projects on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction. RS&H fosters valued service and rewards staff who are creative, organized, self-motivated, and collegial. 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 candidate will work on a range of airport projects combining innovative airside and landside design with technical standards to exceed client expectations and provide cost-effective solutions. Additionally, the 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 internship offers 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, possess excellent communication, analysis, and documentation skills, and be ready to make an impact.

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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern