Trilon Group · 18 hours ago
Civil Engineering Intern – Aviation
Wilmington, NC
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SpringTalbert, Bright & Ellington (TBE) is seeking highly motivated Civil Engineering Interns with a passion for aviation and infrastructure development. This internship provides hands-on experience working on airport planning, design, and construction projects, where the intern will support engineering staff in various technical tasks and project research.
Civil EngineeringConsulting
Responsibilities
Assist engineers with the design and preparation of airfield plans, drawings, and technical documents (e.g., runways, taxiways, aprons, grading, drainage, utilities)
Utilize AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other design tools to support project development
Conduct basic engineering calculations such as pavement geometry, grading, and stormwater flow estimates
Shadowing airfield inspections, construction observation, and data collection under supervision
Assist in preparing engineering reports, design narratives, cost estimates, and quantity takeoffs
Perform research related to FAA design standards, regulations, and airport planning requirements
Help organize project documentation, prepare exhibits, and contribute to project presentations
Collaborate with engineers, planners, and project managers to meet project deadlines and maintain high-quality deliverables
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Valid driver's license
Willingness to work in-person at the Wilmington NC office
Preferred
Demonstrated interest in aviation, airports, or transportation engineering
Experience with Civil 3D, GIS, Bluebeam, or other engineering tools
Knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars and airport design standards
Previous internship or project experience in civil engineering, transportation, or infrastructure
Basic understanding of civil engineering concepts, especially site development, grading, drainage, or transportation
Benefits
Excellent compensation package
Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
401(k) Plan and Match
Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
Mentorship Program
Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
Variety of voluntary benefit options
Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
Company-furnished life insurance
Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account
And More
Company
Trilon Group
Trilon Group offers career paths, spanning technical, project management, business management, business development, and operations.
Founded in 2021
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$200MKey Investors
Alpine Investors
2022-02-01Private Equity· $200M
Leadership Team
Michael (Mick) Renshaw
Chief Executive Officer
Charul Doshi
CFO
Recent News
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2024-01-20
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