Geoscientist Apprentice Summer

Company Description

At AECOM, we are delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

Rail Civil Engineering Apprentice - Nottingham (Summer 2026)

Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated Rail Civil Engineering Apprentices to join our Rail team. As an apprentice, you’ll gain hands‑on experience working on a wide range of rail infrastructure projects – from concept and design to implementation – for clients operating locally, nationally, and internationally. You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence, working alongside experts who help shape the future of sustainable transportation.

• Assist in preparing rail civil and structural design drawings using CAD and 3D modelling tools
• Support engineers in producing calculations, design proposals, and technical documentation
• Help integrate engineering designs from other railway disciplines such as signalling, electrification, and track alignment
• Participate in planning construction phases to minimise disruption to passengers and communities
• Contribute to sustainability initiatives across the lifecycle of rail infrastructure
• Participate in site visits to gather data, observe construction progress, or support inspections of existing structures
• Assist with project administration and record‑keeping
• Work towards achieving Engineering Technician (Eng Tech) status, and later Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above, including Mathematics and English
• Three A-Levels (or equivalent such as BTEC Level 3 in Civil Engineering), including Maths and a physical science at grade C or above – required for Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship
• An interest in railway engineering and transportation infrastructure
• Some experience or shadowing in an engineering or construction environment (preferred)
• Interest in software‑based design and engineering tools (e.g. CAD, BIM, or 3D modelling)
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• A creative, practical, and adaptable mindset with a passion for problem‑solving
• Strong attention to detail, organisation, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team and show initiative when working independently

• Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible since CVs will be reviewed, and candidates selected on a rolling recruitment basis for either immediate or advanced offer start.
• Please include a covering letter with your application and provide all predicted and/or obtained academic grades and details of the dates you are able to work to/from and well as locations you would be interested in.
• You must have the right to work in the UK.

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public‑ and private‑sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges.

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