Civil Engineering Intern

Established in 1900, Mead & Hunt is a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm. Our planning, design, and construction services serve clients across a wide variety of sectors, including architecture, aviation, food/beverage processing, federal, transportation, and water infrastructure. Our unique methodologies deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that elevate clients and communities. We foster a culture of taking care of people, doing the right thing, and doing what makes sense. As an employee-owned company, we support community initiatives through various employee programs, invest in our team, and build lasting relationships.

About the role

We are seeking a civil engineering intern for a limited-term, full-time position in our Aviation group at either the Ontario or San Diego, CA offices. This internship begins May/June to August/September 2027, with the potential for part-time work after the summer.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers, technicians, and surveyors with civil design of airport projects, including taxiways, runways, and aprons.
• Support airfield design tasks, such as grading, drainage, pavement, and geometry layouts.
• Prepare engineering drawings and plan sheets using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and data collection for airport improvement projects.
• Support the preparation of technical reports, calculations, and project documentation.
• Participate in field investigations, airport site visits, and construction observations.
• Assist engineers with FAA standards research and compliance reviews.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass background checks to gain access to airport sites.
• Approximately 10-20% travel to construction project sites may be required.
• Must have completed at least two semesters of college-level coursework in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited college or university by the date of hire.

Qualifications

• Experience with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Civil 3D software.
• Relevant civil/survey engineering coursework.
• Construction field experience, including observation and documentation.
• Previous internships involving civil design or construction.
• Understanding of basic grading and material testing processes.
• Knowledge of airport planning and/or design.

Skills

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Pay

Hourly rate range: $19.00 to $25.00. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skill set, or location.