About the role#
We are looking for an Engineering Intern to join our Water Resources team in Houston for the summer of 2027. This position provides hands-on experience with real-world infrastructure projects while you work alongside experienced professionals. You will develop technical and analytical skills by bridging the gap between your academic studies and professional engineering practice. This role focuses on hydrology and hydraulics (H&H) and stormwater planning.
What you'll do#
- Assist with engineering tasks under the guidance of project managers and senior engineers.
- Prepare design calculations, sketches, drawings, and visual aids.
- Support the development of project reports, documentation, and presentations.
- Participate in field work, site visits, and data collection.
- Use engineering software to model and solve basic problems.
- Collaborate with teams on H&H and stormwater planning assignments.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field with at least 2 years of study completed.
- Recent graduates are eligible if they plan to pursue a Master's degree in a similar discipline immediately following the internship and were enrolled in their bachelor's program during the previous term.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Interest or experience in H&H, stormwater management, green infrastructure, water quality modeling, coastal engineering, or civil infrastructure design.
- Exposure to software such as AutoCAD, Civil3D, ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, or HEC-HMS.
- Ability to balance short-term tasks with long-term project goals.
- Previous internship experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, full-time internship located on-site in Houston, Texas.
- The term is scheduled for Summer 2027, beginning in May or June.
- Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this role.
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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