2025 Student Intern Job Description

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is a dynamic, employee-owned engineering consulting firm of more than 400 employees providing a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, scientific, and allied services throughout the USA.

We are proud to be a great place to work and a top company for internships!

• #2 Best Places to Work in Illinois
• #7 Best Places to Work in Florida.
• #5 for Best Internships for Engineering
• #6 for the Best Tech and Engineering Internships
• #9 for Best Internship for compensation & benefits
• Check out our Vault rankings HERE

Hanson is seeking candidates for our Aviation Engineering Internship programs. We have potential opportunities in the following locations: Springfield, IL

Interns will typically support one or more experienced professional staff in performance of assignments, spend time shadowing actual operations, and have unique assignments that support larger projects as well as experience the day-to-day workings of civil aviation engineer. Interns may perform and/or participate in additional activities/events which help them build a strong network within the Hanson community and with fellow interns. Internships may require travel to suppliers, customers, or other Hanson locations. Interns will also be required to work a 40 hour work week. 

Qualifications:

Intern must be actively enrolled in a civil engineering degree program. The ideal candidate will have successfully completed their junior year and be actively enrolled in a 4-year college or university, with coursework completed that relates directly to the position applied for.  Those students who have finished their more than 60 hours of coursework applicable towards their degree, that have exceptional prior experience, will be considered.

Key requirements are listed but not limited to the following:

• A passion for the civil engineering industry and a desire to make an impact
• Strong analytical skills
• Productive written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Valid driver’s license

As employers/governmental contractors, we comply with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities where they apply. To assist us in meeting our affirmative action goals, employees are encouraged to refer minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY — AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

EEO / MINORITY / FEMALE / INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES / VETERANS

Freshman $21/hr.

Sophomore $23/hr.

Junior $24/hr.

Senior $25/hr.

Master's Program $30/hr.

Culture

We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:

• Monthly educational webinars
• Leadership training
• Lunch & learn development sessions
• 24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses
• Mentorship opportunities
• Award-winning internship program
• Employee recognition
• And so much more!

Benefits

Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:

• Competitive compensation

• Performance bonuses

• 401(k) with matching contribution

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan

• Comprehensive health & well-being plans

• Financial wellness plans

• Work-life balance pr