Civil Engineering Intern - Airport Construction

Established in 1900, Mead & Hunt is a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm. Our planning, design and construction services are available to clients across a wide variety of sectors. From architecture, aviation, food/beverage processing, and federal to transportation, water infrastructure and more, our unique methodologies deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that elevate clients and communities. Here at Mead & Hunt, our culture is about taking care of people, doing the right thing, and doing what makes sense. We are a flexible company that believes in giving back to our communities. We are employee-owned and support initiatives through our various employee programs. We invest in our employees and build relationships that last. As a result of our continued growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a full-time, limited-term civil engineering intern to perform construction inspection services on airport projects. This position will be based at our office in Chicago, IL and involves frequent travel to various construction project sites throughout the states of IL, WI, MI, and IN. The anticipated internship period is expected to begin May/June 2027 and end by August/September 2027. This intern will be responsible for assisting engineers, technicians, and surveyors with civil engineering projects in the following areas: Assisting engineers, technicians, and surveyors with civil airport projects including taxiways, runways, aprons, etc. Performing measurements and quantity calculations and preparing pay estimates Assisting with project report preparation Performing field inspection, documentation, and survey work Some technical research and writing Other tasks as assigned. A valid driver’s license, the ability to pass background checks to gain access to airport sites, and frequent travel to construction project sites approximately 50%-80% of the time (may also include overnight stays) will be required. Successful candidates must have compl