About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for students pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering. You will work on-site to gain professional experience by supporting roadway and transportation infrastructure projects. This role involves completing assignments that build your technical knowledge through standard procedures and design tasks.
What you'll do#
- Assist engineers and design staff with roadway and transportation infrastructure projects.
- Prepare engineering drawings, plans, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Perform preliminary engineering calculations and quantity estimates.
- Use computer-aided design software to develop and modify engineering plans.
- Research design standards, project requirements, and engineering criteria.
- Review technical documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on project coordination and deliverables.
- Exercise limited judgment on work details and preliminary design selections.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Completed at least one year of study and intend to continue enrollment after the internship.
- Recent bachelor's graduates planning to pursue a master's degree are also eligible.
- Coursework in transportation engineering, roadway design, or highway engineering is preferred.
- Basic knowledge of civil engineering principles and transportation infrastructure.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
- Familiarity with design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, or OpenRoads Designer.
- Understanding of roadway geometry, drainage, or grading principles.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Location & details#
- Locations: Greenville, South Carolina, and Raleigh, North Carolina.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time intern.
- Note: Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available 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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