Aviation Planning Intern

Overview Kimley-Horn is looking for Planning students to join our San Jose, California (CA) Aviation Planning team in Summer 2027! This is not a remote position. Responsibilities Support the development of aviation planning and strategy studies for state DOTs and airport clients, inlcuding:State aviation system plansAviation economic impact analysesAdvanced Air Mobility (AAM) planning initiativesAirport business plans, master plans, and Airport Layout Plans (ALPs)Conduct research, data collection, and analysis to inform planning recommendations and policy decisionsPrepare clear, concise, and well-structured technical reports, memoranda, and presentation materialsSupport project managers in organizing tasks, tracking deliverables, and ensuring timely completion of assignmentsCoordinate with internal team members and external stakeholders, including state aviation agencies, airport sponsors, and industry partnersDemonstrate strong follow-through by proactively closing the loop on assigned tasks and communicating status updatesContribute to a collaborative team environment while taking ownership of individual work productsApply GIS and other analytical tools (as applicable) to support planning and visualization efforts Qualifications In the process of receiving a Planning Degree (Bachelors or Masters) from an accredited program in of the following majors:City and Regional Planning Urban PlanningTransportation PlanningAviation Planning Hourly Rate: $33.00/hr - $34.00/hr Why Kimley-Horn? At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!