Civil Engineering Intern — Airport Construction (Summer 2027)

Job overview

The Civil Engineering Intern — Airport Construction (Summer 2027) role is onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA, working on aviation construction projects at Eastern Iowa Airport. Compensation is not specified. Foth’s engineering team works on infrastructure intended to keep air travel safe and efficient. The intern supports active airport construction projects through field observation, measurements, documentation, and coordination under the direction of a licensed engineer. The role provides practical civil engineering support while helping the project team monitor construction work and requirements.

What you'll do

• Perform construction observation for aviation-related projects at Eastern Iowa Airport
• assist with construction measurements and documentation, quantity reporting, plan and specification review, and contractor/client coordination
• perform routine civil engineering support tasks under a licensed engineer’s direction
• escort and observe contractors in the secure airfield area.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

civil engineering intern

airport construction

summer 2027

eastern iowa airport

cedar rapids ia

foth

construction observation

civil engineering

field documentation

contractor coordination

airport security clearance

bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Mentorship from industry professionals and hands-on experience with active construction projects.

Why this role

Summer 2027 internship with active airport construction exposure and mentorship from industry professionals; requires pursuit of an ABET-accredited civil engineering bachelor’s degree and ability to pass an airport security background check.

About the employer

Foth is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.