Aviation Design Intern - Expression of Interest

The role

You will support airport design and construction work under the guidance of Professional Engineers. The work covers planning, analysis and on-site fieldwork on aviation and airfield infrastructure projects.

What you will do

• Assist in developing airfield design documents using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Perform engineering calculations, design analyses and technical reports under a Professional Engineer's supervision.
• Contribute to construction documents, cost estimates and FAA-compliant designs.
• Take part in field visits and inspections to observe construction and verify quality.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver projects on scope, schedule and budget.
• Support planning and preliminary design for runways, taxiways and other airport infrastructure.
• Analyze data, apply standard engineering techniques and identify discrepancies in results.
• Maintain and organize project documentation under FAA and municipal standards.
• Take part in quality control and help resolve technical issues during design or construction.

Required qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with engineers, project managers and field staff.
• Ability to participate in multiple site visits and interact with clients and contractors.
• Must already have work authorization in the country where the job is located.

Before you apply

• No immediate vacancy; Woolpert is looking for students for its Aviation engineering team.
• No visa sponsorship is offered for this position.

About the company

Woolpert is a leading global architecture, engineering and geospatial firm. It helps clients solve complex challenges that shape communities and strengthen critical infrastructure.