Electrical Engineering Intern

AECOM•Roanoke, VA

10d•$23 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern for its Roanoke, Virginia office. The role is designed for a student who has completed three years of study and is ready to apply coursework to building and infrastructure projects. The intern will work alongside licensed engineers and designers, develop practical design and coordination skills, and learn how projects progress from concept to construction. The position is expected to begin in May 2027 and follows a hybrid work schedule that includes scheduled in-office work in Roanoke. In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office is required for newly hired employees. The intern will assist with electrical design, calculations, sketches, drawing production and updates, project data collection, technical documentation, quantity takeoffs, shop drawing and RFI reviews, site visits, construction observation, and coordination with other disciplines. Depending on project needs, the intern may gain exposure to power distribution, emergency power, lighting, protection systems, fire alarms, building electrical systems, and electrical analysis software. AECOM states that relocation assistance and sponsorship for US employment authorization are not available for this position.

Requirements

Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field and completed at least three years of study.
Recently graduated candidates may qualify if they plan to pursue a Master’s degree, were enrolled in their bachelor’s degree in the most recent school term, and intend to pursue an advanced degree in the same or a similar discipline after the internship.

Nice To Haves

Interest in building systems, power distribution, or infrastructure projects.
Ability to work well in a team.
Clear written and verbal communication.
Attention to detail and willingness to learn.
Ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Prior exposure to Revit, AutoCAD, or similar design tools.
Coursework or project experience in power systems, circuits, or electrical design.
Prior internship, co-op, or hands-on technical experience.
Experience and interest in using AI assistants to write scripts, build spreadsheets or small tools, or streamline repetitive engineering tasks, with good judgment about verifying results.

Responsibilities

Assist with electrical design tasks under the guidance of engineers and project managers.
Prepare basic calculations, sketches, and markups for electrical plans, details, and diagrams.
Draft and update electrical drawings using Revit and AutoCAD.
Collect, organize, and summarize project data, including equipment information, code requirements, and site conditions.
Support the preparation of reports, technical narratives, specifications, and meeting notes.
Assist with quantity takeoffs and review shop drawings and RFIs alongside senior staff.
Participate in site visits and construction observation when opportunities arise.
Coordinate with other disciplines on the team to support project delivery.
Work within project schedules, safety expectations, and quality standards.