About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027 based in Greenville, South Carolina. You will work on-site with our team to gain professional experience in civil engineering. This role focuses on developing your technical skills through hands-on project work and collaboration with experienced staff.
What you'll do#
- Assist engineers and design staff with roadway and transportation infrastructure projects.
- Support the preparation of engineering drawings, plans, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Help with preliminary engineering calculations, quantity estimates, and design documentation.
- Use CAD software to develop and modify engineering plans.
- Research design standards, project requirements, and engineering criteria.
- Review plans and technical documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on project coordination and deliverables.
- Apply standard techniques and procedures to develop your professional work knowledge.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field.
- Completion of at least one year of study, with an intent to continue enrollment after the internship.
- Recent graduates who plan to continue with a Master's degree are also eligible.
- Completed coursework in transportation engineering, roadway design, highway engineering, or related subjects.
- Basic knowledge of civil engineering principles and transportation infrastructure.
- Familiarity with design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, or OpenRoads Designer.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Previous internship, academic project, or related experience in civil engineering or transportation design is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Greenville, SC.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Employment Type: Full-time intern.
- Sponsorship: We do not offer sponsorship for US employment authorization for this position.
About AECOM
AECOM is a professional services firm that provides engineering, design, and construction management. The company serves clients in sectors including water, energy, transportation, and buildings. Based in Dallas, Texas, it operates as a public company with over 60,000 employees. It reported 16.1 billion dollars in revenue for the 2024 fiscal year.
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