Rail Engineering Intern

AECOM • Chicago, IL

15h • $23 - $32 • Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Rail Engineering Intern for its Chicago, Illinois office. The position is expected to begin in Summer 2027 and involves supporting rail engineering project work under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager. The intern will apply technical training to basic calculations, learn new skills, work diligently, and collaborate with a team.

Requirements

• Be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Rail Engineering, or a related discipline and have completed at least two years of study.
• Recently graduated bachelor's degree candidates are eligible if they were enrolled in the most recent school term and plan to pursue a master's degree in the same or a similar discipline after the internship.
• Be able to apply technical training to perform basic calculations.
• Work well in a team setting and be willing to work diligently to learn new skills.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Bentley CAD drafting software.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development of rail project alignments, right-of-way determination, and utility coordination using OpenRoads Designer, MicroStation, AutoCAD, civil engineering design software, and MS Office applications.
• Assist with preliminary through final design calculations and plan development.
• Review field information and potentially inspect existing facilities in the field.
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager.
• Perform general office administration, including report reproduction, collation, and deliveries.

Benefits

• Depending on employment status, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits; paid time off and leaves of absence; voluntary benefits and 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern