Intern, Aviation Planning (Spring 2027)

Summary

Aviation Planning Co-opWoolpert is seeking an Aviation Planning Co-op to join our Aviation Planning & Research team in Cincinnati. This opportunity is ideal for a student interested in the intersection of aviation, transportation, urban and regional planning, data analysis, GIS, economics, and public engagement. As an Aviation Planning Co-op, you will work alongside aviation planners and project managers on a diverse range of airport, statewide, and emerging aviation projects across the United States. Rather than focusing on a single project type, you will gain exposure to multiple areas of aviation planning and participate in various stages of the planning process. This co-op provides hands-on exposure to the full aviation planning process, from initial data collection and existing conditions analysis through alternatives development, recommendations, and implementation. You'll have the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world projects while gaining experience across multiple aviation planning disciplines.This internship will be a full-time position working 40 hours a week. Your work will take place Monday-Friday during standard working hours in Cincinnati, Ohio. This internship has a portion of work onsite/in-office. Woolpert does not provide housing or relocation for internships/co-ops. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.What You Will DoCollecting, organizing, and reviewing aviation and transportation dataSupporting existing conditions assessments and planning analysesAssisting with GIS, mapping, data analysis, and visualizationContributing to the development and evaluation of planning alternativesSupporting research and technical documentationAssisting with recommendations and implementation strategiesSupporting public and stakeholder engagement activitiesCollaborating with planners, project managers, and other technical professionalsDepending on active project needs, you may contribute to assignments involving:Airport master planningAdvanced air mobility planningFAA researchStatewide aviation system planningAviation economic impact studiesOther specialized aviation planning and research initiatives.What You Will Bring Don't have all of these? That's ok, we know you're coming to learn. Apply if you think this can be a good fit.Be enrolled as a student at an accredited college or university, preferably with at least sophomore statusPursuing an Urban/Regional/Transportation Planning, GIS, Geography, Civil Engineering, Aviation Management or related degree, with an interest in aviation related infrastructureStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to function well in a collaborative, team-oriented environmentExceptional multitasking and time management skillsWoolpert is an equal-opportunity employer. Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

Job Description

Aviation Planning Co-opWoolpert is seeking an Aviation Planning Co-op to join our Aviation Planning & Research team in Cincinnati. This opportunity is ideal for a student interested in the intersection of aviation, transportation, urban and regional planning, data analysis, GIS, economics, and public engagement. As an Aviation Planning Co-op, you will work alongside aviation planners and project managers on a diverse range of airport, statewide, and emerging aviation projects across the United States. Rather than focusing on a single project type, you will gain exposure to multiple areas of aviation planning and participate in various stages of the planning process. This co-op provides hands-on exposure to the full aviation planning process, from initial data collection and existing conditions analysis through alternatives development, recommendations, and implementation. You'll have the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world projects while gaining experience across multiple aviation planning disciplines.This internship will be a full-time position working 40 hours a week. Your work will take place Monday-Friday during standard working hours in Cincinnati, Ohio. This internship has a portion of work onsite/in-office. Woolpert does not provide housing or relocation for internships/co-ops. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.What You Will DoCollecting, organizing, and reviewing aviation and transportation dataSupporting existing conditions assessments and planning analysesAssisting with GIS, mapping, data analysis, and visualizationContributing to the development and evaluation of planning alternativesSupporting research and technical documentationAssisting with recommendations and implementation strategiesSupporting public and stakeholder engagement activitiesCollaborating with planners, project managers, and other technical professionalsDepending on active project needs, you may contribute to assignments involving:Airport master planningAdvanced air mobility planningFAA researchStatewide aviation system planningAviation economic impact studiesOther specialized aviation planning and research initiatives.What You Will Bring Don't have all of these? That's ok, we know you're coming to learn. Apply if you think this can be a good fit.Be enrolled as a student at an accredited college or university, preferably with at least sophomore statusPursuing an Urban/Regional/Transportation Planning, GIS, Geography, Civil Engineering, Aviation Management or related degree, with an interest in aviation related infrastructureStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to function well in a collaborative, team-oriented environmentExceptional multitasking and time management skillsWoolpert is an equal-opportunity employer. Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.