Aviation Civil Engineer Co-op/Intern

Aviation Civil Engineer Co-op/Intern Ever wonder why an airport is designed the way it is? Take your civil engineering experience to new heights. Passero Associates' Rochester, NY Office has an exciting paid Aviation Civil Engineer Co-op/Intern opportunity to work alongside our aviation team on a variety of airport planning, design, and infrastructure projects.

This role offers hands-on experience supporting projects at commercial and general aviation airports while utilizing the latest industry technologies, including drones, 3D visualization, and virtual reality. Gain valuable experience toward a professional career in civil engineering through collaboration with engineers, planners, surveyors, architects, and aviation professionals on projects that enhance airport safety, operations, and capacity.

Responsibilities

Assist with the planning and design of airport infrastructure projects, including runways, taxiways, aprons, hangars, and landside facilities Support the preparation of engineering reports, calculations, specifications, and construction documents Perform field investigations, site inspections, and data collection at airport facilities Assist with FAA grant-funded projects and become familiar with the airport improvement program Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and other engineering software to develop plans and exhibits Coordinate with project teams and support project deliverables throughout design and construction phases Qualifications / Experience Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field Interest in aviation engineering, airport design, and transportation infrastructure Availability: Summer 2027 or Summer/Fall 2027 Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D preferred Previous civil engineering co-op, internship, or aviation-related experience is a plus Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Strong communication and organizational skills Valid driver's license and reliable transportation Ability to visit active airport and construction project sites as needed About Passero: founded in 1972, Passero Associates has a staff of more than 180 professionals in nine offices providing high-quality, value-oriented architecture, aviation, civil and structural engineering, planning, transportation, and survey services throughout the northeastern, southeastern, and midwestern United States.

As a full-service professional AEC firm, our technical teams specialize in traffic engineering, sustainability, program management, design-build, construction observation, 3D visualization, and virtual infrastructure services and solutions. We have the resources needed to manage all aspects of your project that ensure adherence to schedule, quality, and cost.

Passero develops projects that our clients can be proud of for years to come. At Passero Associates , Our People Make the Difference. Service. Solutions. Results. EOE/AA

• Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran. Passero Associates is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to better serve our clients, our people and the community. Passero Associates is not able to sponsor visas Recognized nationally by the Zweig Group as one of the “Best Firms to Work For,” Passero Associates is a growing multi-disciplinary consulting firm providing planning, engineering, architectural design, structural, surveying, sustainability, program management, design-build, construction administration and inspection services throughout nine offices in the northeastern, midwestern, and southeastern United States.