Engineering Intern

AECOM • Virginia Beach, VA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Engineering Intern for employment in the Virginia Beach, Virginia office . AECOM is searching for candidates who can be client-focused, impactful, and decisive. Imagine working on rewarding projects within a diverse culture and having access to exceptional training and career development opportunities. Working at AECOM means being part of a global team, working with award-winning professionals across the world. Aspire to be a key player on some of the best projects regionally, with opportunities to work on projects nationally or internationally. Our people bring deep industry knowledge to help you succeed. 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. This position is expected to begin in May/June 2026. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Perform assignments requiring the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to carry out engineering tasks. Assignments are designed to further develop judgment and understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities. Exercise judgment limited to developing details of work in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives. Stormwater modeling, analysis, and design. Prepare design drawings, plans, sections, details, and profiles/sections within the Autodesk Civil 3D and/or AutoCAD MEP. Assist in the development and application of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and analyses related to floodplain management studies and a variety of water resource projects. Prepare engineering-related calculations and develop drawings and visual aids. Work under the supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member.

Requirements

• Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Water, Environmental Engineering or related field, and must have completed at least 2 of years 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework related to civil engineering, site design, stormwater management, water quality, hydrology and hydraulics, stream restoration, or related classes.
• Capable of using spreadsheets, word processing, and standard office software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Prior internship experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform assignments requiring the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to carry out engineering tasks.
• Assignments are designed to further develop judgment and understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities.
• Exercise judgment limited to developing details of work in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives.
• Stormwater modeling, analysis, and design.
• Prepare design drawings, plans, sections, details, and profiles/sections within the Autodesk Civil 3D and/or AutoCAD MEP.
• Assist in the development and application of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and analyses related to floodplain management studies and a variety of water resource projects.
• Prepare engineering-related calculations and develop drawings and visual aids.
• Work under the supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern