Civil Engineering Intern

Job Description

AECOM is hosting an exclusive, invitation-only hiring event in Chicago, IL November 20 & 21. This is a great opportunity to learn and connect with AECOM for career opportunities starting Spring/Summer 2026. 

The event kicks off on Thursday 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 Friday, interviews will take place at our Chicago office. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about and connect with AECOM for early career opportunities.

If you're a college student majoring in a field indicated below and have completed at least one year of study, we'd love to hear from you!

AECOM is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern to be based in our Chicago, IL office. This internship will support transportation projects and teams.

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

• Internships are designed to introduce and build essential, hands on skills that differ from those attained in the academic arena and help to enhance the transition from student to professional

• Interns are assigned duties that will provide a broad, well-rounded learning experience within their field of study.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Candidates must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field and must have completed at least one year of study. Candidates who have recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree and plan to continue with a master’s degree are eligible to apply for these positions. Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelor’s degree in the most recent school term with an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline at the conclusion of the internship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of first year of qualified study.
• Assist in the production of all phases of the design process.
• General knowledge of engineering drawings.
• Some knowledge of MicroStation and/or AutoCAD/Civil3D.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office Suite of programs.
• Well-organized and possesses an innovative mindset