| Location | San Jose, CA |
| Salary | $33–$34 Per Hour |
Overview
Kimley-Horn is looking for Planning students to join our San Jose, California (CA) Aviation Planning team in Summer 2027! This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities
Support the development of aviation planning and strategy studies for state DOTs and airport clients, inlcuding:
State aviation system plans
Aviation economic impact analyses
Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) planning initiatives
Airport business plans, master plans, and Airport Layout Plans (ALPs)
Conduct research, data collection, and analysis to inform planning recommendations and policy decisions
Prepare clear, concise, and well-structured technical reports, memoranda, and presentation materials
Support project managers in organizing tasks, tracking deliverables, and ensuring timely completion of assignments
Coordinate with internal team members and external stakeholders, including state aviation agencies, airport sponsors, and industry partners
Demonstrate strong follow-through by proactively closing the loop on assigned tasks and communicating status updates
Contribute to a collaborative team environment while taking ownership of individual work products
Apply GIS and other analytical tools (as applicable) to support planning and visualization efforts
Qualifications
Hourly Rate: $33.00/hr - $34.00/hr
Why Kimley-Horn?
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it- that's why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn's placement on the Fortune "100 Best Companies to Work" list for 19 years!