Civil Engineering Intern

"AECOM has always been so supportive of my career development. From a graduate in the Transport Planning team to my current role as Transport Team Lead – Auckland, AECOM has given so many opportunities to grow . The projects I work on are city-shaping and always different." - Sarah Whitehouse, Transport Team Lead, Auckland NZ

Come grow with us. 

As the demand for safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation grows, AECOM provides comprehensive services from concept to completion and beyond. Our transportation experts leverage local knowledge and global capability to help clients navigate challenges and build a better world. Specialising in planning, designing, and managing transportation systems, we also restore and upgrade aging infrastructure. We support public and private clients in moving people and goods sustainably, with a strategic focus on renewable energy and the electrification and decarbonisation of transportation.

Everyone belongs at AECOM. 

We're committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer. 

We're looking for a passionate Civil Engineering Intern to be part of our Highways team in Canberra.

The team delivers a range of different projects working with funding agencies, national and local governments, highways authorities and private organisations. We are currently engaged in a variety of large to mega projects as well as smaller more intricate projects – all offering a broad spectrum of opportunities. Being multi-disciplinary projects, great opportunities to broaden horizons and gain holistic and all of project experience. 

How you'll make a difference:   

• Contribute to projects across various stages—from concept design to construction and operation 
• Support design, project management, stakeholder engagement, and technical/site assurance activities 
• Assist in developing innovative, sustainable solutions to meet diverse project challenges 
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to deliver and maintain major roadway infrastructure projects 

What Our Summer Internship Program Offers 

We will provide support and direction to ensure you have an inspiring and positive placement with us, ready to resume your studies in 2026 with new knowledge and practical insights. 

• 12-Week Full Time Paid Internship (Mid-November to Mid-February): Options for flexibility on time frames if needed. 
• Practical Application of Knowledge: Gain hands on experience and apply what you've learnt during university. 
• Iconic Project Exposure: Work on high-profile projects with a variety of clients. 
• Work alongside Technical Experts: Work alongside graduates, technical experts, and industry leaders. 
• Career Connections: Build meaningful long-term connections. 
• Support Network: Benefit from guidance and support from your manager, team, AECOM University and our Talent Management team to achieve your goals. 
• Pathway to Graduate Employment: Explore opportunities to transition to an AECOM Graduate position following a successful placement. 

• Undertaking a Bachelor's or Postgraduate degree in Civil Engineering.
• Be in your penultimate year or earlier of study at an Australian or New Zealand University. 
• Able to commence work from mid-November 2025 to mid-February 2026 (Flexible). 
• You must have full working rights to work in Australia or New Zealand before applying. 

Our Recruitment Process    

1. Submit Your Application: Complete the job application, uploading your resume, cover letter and the latest copy of your academic transcripts as one single document.   
2. Online Assessment: Complete our global online strength-based assessment.   
3. Phone Screen: You may be invited to a phone screen with our Early Careers Recruitment team.   
4. Interview: Attend a face-to-face interview at your local office.   

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.  

Ready to push the limits of what's possible? 

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know. 

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.