Highway Engineering Intern - Hiring Event with AECOM - Arlington, VA

AECOM • Roanoke, VA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Highway Engineering Intern to join its transportation department in the Roanoke, Virginia office. The internship is expected to begin in Summer 2027 and involves assisting with the design of infrastructure projects. Interns gain hands-on experience in engineering, design, and infrastructure work, collaborate with experienced professionals, and develop technical and professional skills.

The role requires a hybrid work schedule, including scheduled work in the Roanoke office. The intern will work under the supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member. AECOM is hosting an invitation-only hiring event in Arlington on November 18–19, 2026, with a networking mixer on Wednesday evening and interviews on Thursday. Relocation assistance and employment authorization sponsorship are not available for this position. Newly hired employees must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.

Requirements

• Be pursuing a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field and have completed at least one year of study.
• Bachelor's degree graduates may apply if they plan to continue with a master's degree; they must have been enrolled in their bachelor's program during the most recent school term and intend to pursue an advanced degree in the same or a similar discipline after the internship.
• Be available to work in Roanoke, Virginia, on a scheduled basis as part of the hybrid work schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Completed coursework related to transportation, fluid mechanics, or hydraulics.
• Ability to follow procedures and pay attention to detail.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
• Proficiency in developing calculations using software such as Excel.
• Interest in highway design.

Responsibilities

• Apply standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to engineering assignments.
• Prepare engineering-related calculations.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and cost estimates.
• Assist with site visits for roadway projects.
• Prepare construction drawing details using CAD software.
• Work under the supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Life insurance
• AD&D benefits
• Disability benefits
• Paid time off
• Leaves of absence
• Voluntary benefits
• Perks
• Flexible work options
• Well-being resources
• Employee assistance program
• Business travel insurance
• Service recognition awards
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Award-winning training and development programs

What This Job Offers

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