Environmental Intern - Networking Event with AECOM - Arlington, VA

AECOM • Herndon, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an Intern Environmental Scientist/Engineer for its Stormwater Group, supporting federal, municipal, and private projects under the oversight of senior managers and technical experts. The role is expected to begin in May or June 2027 and continue through the summer until the Fall semester. It is mostly field-based and requires the intern to be within daily driving distance of Loudoun County, Virginia. The successful candidate will focus on health and safety, work carefully and communicate effectively, and contribute both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

The internship provides undergraduate and graduate students with hands-on experience in engineering, design, and infrastructure projects, along with opportunities to develop technical and professional skills and work with experienced professionals. AECOM is hosting an invitation-only hiring event in Arlington on November 18 and 19, with a networking mixer on Wednesday evening and interviews at the Arlington office on Thursday. The opportunity is for early-career roles starting Spring/Summer 2027.

The position involves field data and sample collection, technical analysis and documentation, and coordination with project teams. Candidates must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in an engineering or environmental field, have completed two years of study, and be U.S. citizens. Candidates who have completed a bachelor's degree and plan to continue toward a master's degree are also eligible. A valid U.S. driver's license is required for travel to project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in an engineering or environmental field; candidates who have graduated with a bachelor's degree and plan to continue with a master's degree are eligible.
• Must have completed two years of study.
• U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.
• Valid U.S. driver's license required for visits to project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.
• Strong focus on health and safety, attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication, ability to work independently, and ability to collaborate as part of a high-performance team.
• Ability to travel daily within driving distance of Loudoun County, Virginia.

Nice To Haves

• General knowledge of environmental sciences, particularly stormwater.
• Ability to use industry-standard programs, preferably ArcGIS and/or AutoCAD.
• Proficiency in standard office suite software applications.
• Professional written and verbal communication with clients, regulatory officials, and fellow employees.
• Ability to convey complex thoughts and ideas clearly and concisely in writing and speech.
• Ability to learn through on-the-job experience.

Responsibilities

• Use standard field practices and basic field equipment to survey existing infrastructure and collect soil, soil vapor, groundwater, surface water, and sediment samples.
• Prepare samples for shipment and complete chain-of-custody or similar paperwork.
• Apply basic scientific principles, theories, practices, and existing technologies to solve technical problems of limited scope.
• Prepare technical work plans, reports, preliminary data, and scientific documents.
• Interpret and record data, conduct analyses, and compare findings with relevant studies and local, state, and federal regulations to support compliance.
• Plan, execute, analyze, and report on environmental measures in natural systems.
• Apply knowledge of natural sciences, including chemistry, physics, biology, geology, hydrology, and mathematics, to explain observations.
• Coordinate with task and project managers and work with field staff to support sampling, data collection, and field documentation.
• Manage personal workload, update project managers on progress and obstacles, and present project outputs for final delivery.

Benefits

• Depending on employment status, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and 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.
• AECOM describes award-winning training and development programs to expand technical expertise and leadership skills.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What This Job Offers

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