Electrical Engineering Intern (B+P) - Hiring Event with AECOM - Arlington, VA

Location: Arlington, VA, us Employment Type: {'id': 'intern', 'label': 'Intern'}

Company Description

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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 Arlington on November 18-19, 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 Arlington office. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about and connect with AECOM for early career opportunities.

AECOM is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to be based in Arlington, VA.

This position is expected to begin in Spring/Summer 2027.

Internships at AECOM offer students in undergraduate and graduate programs the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in engineering, design, and infrastructure projects that make a real-world impact. Interns work with cutting-edge technology, learn industry best practices, and collaborate with experienced professionals in a globally recognized firm. The program fosters both technical and professional skill development while providing networking opportunities that can enhance future career prospects. Additionally, AECOM’s dedication to innovation and sustainability enables interns to contribute to meaningful projects that help shape communities and the built environment.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

Build analytic and design skills.

Conduct engineering design under the supervision of an experienced engineer.

Create designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings under the supervision of an experienced engineer.

Collect and analyzes data under the supervision of an experienced engineer.

Uses computer software as a tool for solving basic engineering problems.

Perform work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule under supervision.

Design and document normal, standby and emergency power distribution systems.

Design and document normal and emergency lighting systems for interior and exterior applications.

Perform calculations to support designs.

Work through all project design phases including construction administration.

Work on varying project types and sizes including laboratories, educational facilities, office spaces, mission critical facilities, and cultural facilities.

Work in a team environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field and must have completed at least two of years of study. Candidates who have graduated with a Bachelor’s degree and plan to continue with the Master’s degree are eligible to apply for these positions. Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelor’s degree in the most previous school term with an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline at the conclusion of the internship.

Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Use AutoCAD and/or Revit for creating construction documents, sketches, etc.

Knowledge of SKM and/or ETAP to perform electrical studies.

Knowledge of AGi32 software to perform lighting calculations.

Experience of design work for new construction and renovation projects.

Prior internship experience utilizing drafting, surveying, and/or construction administration skills.

Additional Information

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

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

This position requires a hybrid work schedule which includes office work in Arlington, VA. The selected candidate must be available to work in Arlington, VA.

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 challeng