High School Intern

AECOM•Orange, CA

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a High School Intern to work in their offices located in Downtown Los Angeles or in the City of Orange. This internship will begin in mid-June 2026 and is expected to end by August 2026, with hours varying during the summer period. Students will complete assignments focused on their specific interests while being exposed to a wide variety of professions in the design and construction industry. The program emphasizes hands-on practical experience through various activities with mentors representing different disciplines. AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm, committed to delivering a better world by partnering with clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in high school or spring 2026 high school graduate.
Must have completed two years of study (rising Junior or above).

Nice To Haves

Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Interest in the AEC (Architecture – Engineering – Construction) fields or in the Built Environment.

Responsibilities

Spend time shadowing various disciplines – architects/designers, building engineers, scientists, project managers, construction personnel, economists, environmental engineers, cost estimators, and business/management (marketing, legal, financial) to learn about each discipline (both virtual and in-person).
Shadow BIM technicians, project engineers, field engineers, and AECOM’s Digital Technology group to learn about the technological side of construction, including introductory or even advanced training in relevant software.
After the necessary safety training, tour project construction sites, take photos of work in progress to compile visual documentation of the project, and complete site observation reports.
Shadow Project Managers and take minutes for various meetings.
Spend time with trade/material vendors, and help the architects and designers update materials libraries and collections.
Complete First Aid Certification and Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) 10 Certification.
Learn how to read plans and organize a construction drawing set, and update plans for projects in construction with RFIs and revisions to keep a current set.
Have access to AECOM University, which provides over 5,000 AECOM courses to explore technical topics.