Construction Management Intern - Airports​/Aviation Facilities - Summer

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Jacobs is seeking a Construction Management Intern to join our Program Management / Construction Management team in Chicago, IL, working on projects that bring innovative solutions to our clients' challenges locally and worldwide.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join our team and be involved in large-scale airport infrastructure projects and utilize your expertise. You will solve a range of complex problems and analyze possible solutions using standard procedures.

Project opportunities are primarily airport-related, including but not limited to aviation related facilities including Airport concourse, modifications to existing facilities, taxiways, runways, aprons, airfield systems, access control, and the design and construction of aviation infrastructure. You'll work with the best Engineers and Project Managers in the business, as well as gain experience working directly with our clients. We want you to be empowered to deliver the boldest solutions for modern aviation infrastructure.

As an Intern at Jacobs, your responsibilities will encompass a diverse range of critical tasks in airport design and construction. You will assist in various project-related roles including assistance in construction observation in the field and preparing appropriate documentation, assisting in the RFI and submittal process, producing exhibits for various projects and meetings, organizing and maintaining project files and documentation, and communicating with clients to establish priorities, schedule, and goals.

You will gain a wholistic view of the program through involvement with multiple groups:
Design, Architecture, Capital Improvement, Utilities, Quality, Admin, Scheduling, Document Control, etc. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, analytical skills, and practical field experience to effectively contribute to the enhancement of airport infrastructure.

Here's what you'll need

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aviation Management, or related degree
• Coursework related to building and/or civil design, CPM scheduling, construction methods & materials
• Authorization to work in the United States without need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Ideally, you will also have:

• Familiarity with design standards and regulations
• Previous experience with a contractor, construction manager, architecture/engineering firm, or airport authority
• Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, and ArcGIS

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $40,000.00 to $60,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 20, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.