Entry-Level Civil Engineer - Hiring Event with AECOM - Arlington, VA

AECOM•Hunt Valley, MD

2d•$70,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Civil Engineer to be based in Hunt Valley, Maryland, with the Transportation business line. The position is expected to begin in Spring/Summer 2027 and uses a hybrid work model. The role offers early-career civil engineering design and analysis work under the supervision of an experienced engineer, with work performed according to agreed budgets and schedules. AECOM is hosting an invitation-only hiring event in Arlington on November 18–19, 2026. The event includes a networking mixer on Wednesday evening and interviews at AECOM’s Arlington office on Thursday. Candidates can learn about AECOM projects, career paths, and early-career opportunities. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field and a valid U.S. driver’s license, along with passing AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review. Relocation assistance and sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization are not available. Newly hired employees must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office. The stated yearly compensation range is USD 70,000–80,000. AECOM describes benefits that may be available depending on employment status, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, an employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, a retirement savings plan, and an employee stock purchase plan.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
Valid U.S. driver’s license.
Must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Prior related internship and/or professional experience.
Proficiency in MicroStation, PowerInRoads/Open Roads, and other relevant design software, such as AutoCAD or Civil 3D.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including preparation of technical reports and documentation.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Prior experience in field assessments or site visits for civil engineering projects.

Responsibilities

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 analyze data under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
Use computer software as a tool for solving basic engineering problems.
Perform work in accordance with agreed-upon budgets and schedules under supervision.