Design Engineering Intern - Networking Event with AECOM – Raleigh, NC

Location: Greenville, SC, us Employment Type: {'id': 'intern', 'label': 'Intern'}

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

​​​​​​AECOM is hosting an exclusive, invitation-only hiring event in Raleigh on October 28-29, 2026. This is a great opportunity to learn and connect with AECOM for career opportunities starting Spring/Summer 2027.

The event kicks off on Wednesday evening with a networking mixer from 6-8 pm, where you can hear from AECOM staff about various projects, career paths, and the company itself. You’ll also have the chance to meet other students, recent graduates, and AECOM professionals from across our business lines.

On Thursday, interviews will take place at our Raleigh office. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about and connect with AECOM for early career opportunities.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

Assist engineers and design staff with roadway and transportation infrastructure design projects

Support the preparation of engineering drawings, plans, specifications, and technical documentation

Assist with preliminary engineering calculations, quantity estimates, and design documentation

Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software to assist with the development and modification of engineering plans

Research applicable design standards, project requirements, and engineering criteria

Assist with reviewing plans and technical documents for accuracy and completeness

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support project coordination and deliverables

Perform other related duties as assigned

Performs a variety of assignments designed to develop professional work knowledge and abilities, requiring application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria in carrying out tasks

Limited exercise of judgment is required on details of work and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of science alternatives

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil or related field with the intent to continue enrollment after the internship and must have completed at least 1 year of study. Candidates who have recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree and plan to continue with the master’s degree are eligible to apply for these positions

Preferred Qualifications

Completed coursework in transportation engineering, roadway design, highway engineering, or related disciplines

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related engineering field from an accredited university

Basic knowledge of civil engineering principles and transportation infrastructure

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, or similar design software

Understanding of roadway geometry, drainage, grading, or transportation design principles

Previous internship, academic project, or related experience in civil engineering or transportation design

Additional Information

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resourc