About the role#
AECOM is hiring an Aviation Planning Intern for our Philadelphia office. This is a paid, full-time internship scheduled to begin in January 2027. You will work under the supervision of project managers and senior team members to support aviation projects. This position is on-site and does not offer visa sponsorship.
What you'll do#
- Support senior planners with documents, reports, graphics, 3D modeling, and community outreach materials.
- Compile project data and conduct research to support delivery.
- Prepare planning studies and provide planning support.
- Perform AutoCAD drafting and GIS analyses.
- Compile design data and develop cost estimates.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program in Aviation Management, City/Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Design, or a related field.
- Completion of at least one year of undergraduate study.
- Recent graduates who intend to pursue a Master’s degree are eligible.
- Competency with Microsoft Office programs.
- Good communication skills and a dependable work ethic.
- Interest in aviation planning.
- Experience with AutoCAD, AviPlan, GIS, Adobe Creative Suite, or SketchUp is an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Philadelphia, PA.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Note: Relocation assistance is not available.
About AECOM
AECOM is a professional services firm that provides engineering, design, and construction management. The company serves clients in sectors including water, energy, transportation, and buildings. Based in Dallas, Texas, it operates as a public company with over 60,000 employees. It reported 16.1 billion dollars in revenue for the 2024 fiscal year.
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