Structural Engineering Intern - Bridge & Transportation Structures

• Intern
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line:
  Transportation
• Work Location Model:
  Hybrid
• Compensation: USD 20 - USD 24 - hourly

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AECOM
is seeking a highly motivated
Structural Engineering Intern
for our transportation department in the
Glen Allen, VA
office. As an intern in the transportation department, you will assist in the design and inspection of various highway structures.

Internships at AECOM offer students in undergraduate and graduate programs the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in engineering, design, and infrastructure projects that make a real-world impact. Interns work with cutting-edge technology, learn industry best practices, and collaborate with experienced professionals in a globally recognized firm. The program fosters both technical and professional skill development while providing networking opportunities that can enhance future career prospects.

Additionally, AECOM's dedication to innovation and sustainability enables interns to contribute to meaningful projects that help shape communities and the built environment.

• Perform assignments requiring application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria to carry out engineering tasks.
• Prepare engineering related calculations.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and cost estimates.
• Assist in the inspection of bridges, culverts, and tunnels.
• Prepare details for construction drawings using CAD software.
• Work under the supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member.

• Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or in another related field and must have completed at least 1 year of study. Candidates who have graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree and plan to continue with the Master’s Degree are eligible to apply for these positions. Graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelor’s degree in the most previous school term with an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline at the conclusion of the internship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completed courses related to statics, strength of materials, introductory steel design, and introductory reinforced concrete design.
• Ability to follow procedures and pay attention to detail.
• Good written and oral communications skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
• Proficiency in developing calculations using software like Excel or Mathcad.

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• This position requires a hybrid work schedule which incudes in office work in Glen Allen, VA. The selected candidate must be available to work in Glen Allen, VA on a scheduled basis.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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