Civil Engineer Intern

Overview

Are you passionate about engineering and eager to improve your skills? Join our team as an Engineer-in-Training/Engineering Intern (EIT/EI). You will support the planning, design, and construction of airfield and landside infrastructure projects within Parkhill’s Aviation Sector. This role contributes to the development of critical airport facilities—including runways, taxiways, aprons, drainage systems, and support infrastructure—serving commercial and general aviation clients.

Working alongside experienced aviation engineers and project managers, you will help deliver safe, compliant, and innovative solutions while gaining hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle—from initial planning through design and construction. This position offers a clear path toward professional licensure and long-term career growth within Parkhill. This is a full-time position, paid bi-weekly on a salary basis.

Life at Parkhill 

At Parkhill, Building Community is the reason we exist. We invest in extraordinary people who love investing in their communities. We are more than planners, architects, and engineers — we are neighbors who choose to live and work in the communities we serve.   

Increase your impact with our team of passionate collaborators. Whether you are a recent graduate with untapped potential or a professional with proven experience, we invite you to discover a career path designed for you.  

Parkhill is one of the largest architectural and engineering firms in the Southwest with 14 offices located throughout Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. 

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of aviation civil engineering projects, including runways, taxiways, aprons, grading, drainage systems, access roads, hangars, fuel systems, and other airport infrastructure
• Assist in the preparation of engineering plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates
• Utilize design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and other engineering tools to develop project deliverables
• Participate in project coordination with internal teams, clients, and regulatory agencies, including FAA coordination as applicable
• Contribute to construction phase services, including site visits, observation, and review of contractor submittals
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, timely, and compliant design solutions
• Apply applicable design standards and best practices; training in FAA standards and airfield design will be provided as needed
• Other duties

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program

• EIT/EI certification required

• 2 years of experience in civil engineering

• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D

• Aviation experience preferred but not required

• Familiarity with FAA standards and advisory circulars is a plus

• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

Benefits and Perks

We offer a comprehensive benefits program that supports the whole person. Our benefits include: 

• Life Balance: hybrid/flexible work schedules, flexible work environment, generous PTO, paid holidays.  

• Investing in Your Future Growth: specialized training, continuing education, professional licensing, intern development programs, University of Parkhill.  

• Competitive Benefits: Multiple health plan options, FSA for dependent care, HSA contributions, employer 401k contribution, employer-paid basic life, short/long term disability coverage, performance bonuses.        

• Well-Being: mental health care, culture committees, wellness program, charitable giving match.