Aviation Project Controls/Management Intern - Summer 2027

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 an Aviation Project Controls/Management Intern to join our Building and Infrastructure – Transportation team in Los Angeles, CA in Summer 2027, working on projects that bring innovative solutions to our clients' challenges locally and worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity for you to gain hands‑on experience in large-scale infrastructure projects and apply your academic knowledge to real‑world transportation/aviation challenges, including construction, design reviews, operations, and logistical challenges of building an airport. You will assist our Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) Program Management Team in various aspects as LAWA prepares for the LA28 Olympics and beyond. As a key member of our collaborative program support team, you’ll have the chance to work on exciting and challenging aviation projects, supporting teams with budgeting, forecasting, change management, cost management, project budget analysis, project earned value measurement, risk management, scheduling, documentation, and reporting. Leveraging your organizational and time management skills, you will assist the overall program operations, cost controls, schedule management and reporting functions by providing updates, and presentations at all levels of management. Join us and we will assist in continuing the development of your skills and exploring all that you can do across our global company, with opportunities to share your knowledge along the way. Here’s what you’ll need In pursuit of an Associate's degree or a Bachelor's degree in Aviation Administration/Management, Construction Management, Business, Engineering, Architecture or other related degree. Ideally, you’ll also have A strong interest in aviation management, airport operations, and/or construction management 3.0 or higher GPA Previous internship experience in project management, construction management, airport operations, business administration, project controls, or another related field Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively in a team environment Skills with Microsoft Suite (including Excel), Databases (MS Access), Power BI and dashboard development Experience in project budgeting and planning Primavera P6, MS Project, or other scheduling software experience is a plus Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future 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 $47,800.00 to $65,000.00; 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 September 15, 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. Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jacobs