Civil Engineering Intern

About the position

AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Civil Engineering Intern for employment in the Cleveland, Ohio and/or Akron, Ohio office. The intern can look forward to projects with a focus on remediation and site-civil design for a remarkably diverse client portfolio.

AECOM is searching for candidates that have excellent communication skills, skillful writing skills, ambition to learn new skills, and the ability to work well with others.

This position is expected to begin in Spring/Summer 2026. 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’s 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform design calculations for remediation and civil design projects under the supervision of a professional engineer.
• Assist in design and production of issues for construction (IFC) documents; develop project drawings using AutoCAD Civil3D, and technical specifications using MS word.
• Assist project manager/project engineer in preparation of planning documents, permitting documents, report writing, and development of cost estimates.
• Assist with active construction project document control activities; review of construction submittal/requests for information (RFIs), generation of meeting agenda/meeting minutes, and assist in the production of record drawings.
• Assist with report writing and project management tasks.

Requirements

• Candidates must be pursuing an ABET accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in Civil Engineering, and/or related field with credit hours achieved for Junior or Senior standing, and must have completed at least two years 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 this position.
• 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.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.
• As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.
• Due to the nature of work, US citizenship is required.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous intern or coop experience.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absences
• 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