Industrial Placement Student - Traffic Engineering - Birmingham (2027 start)

AECOM; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking motivated students for an Industrial Placement in the Traffic Engineering team. You will work with experienced engineers and planners to support junction designs, traffic modelling, and data analysis across diverse projects for local authorities and other clients.

You will gain hands-on experience, contribute to real projects, and develop technical skills in a collaborative, hybrid environment that values learning and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Currently studying toward a degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation/Traffic Engineering, Highway Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills relevant to traffic data and modelling.
• Good understanding of MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Interest in traffic modelling, junction design, network analysis, and transport data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and assessment of junctions, roundabouts, signals, and urban networks.
• Assist with traffic modelling, microsimulation, and network analysis using tools like Junctions, LinSig, and VISSIM.
• Contribute to traffic impact assessments, feasibility studies, and scheme appraisals.
• Collect and analyse traffic data to inform engineering decisions.
• Assist with development and assessment of traffic management and improvement schemes.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, calculations, and presentations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Numerical skills

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power点)

Traffic modelling awareness

Junction design interest

Network analysis interest

Education

Bachelor's or Master's student in Civil/Transportation/Traffic Engineering

Tools

Junctions

LinSig

VISSIM

Job description

We're looking for talented and motivated students to join our Traffic Engineering team on an Industrial Placement, where you'll gain hands‑on experience, contribute to real projects, and develop technical skills that will kick‑start your career. As part of AECOM's Transportation business line, you'll work alongside experienced traffic engineers, transport planners, and technical specialists to help develop solutions that improve the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of transport networks. Our work covers a wide range of traffic engineering projects, from junction and network assessments to traffic modelling, signal design, road safety, and the development of sustainable transport solutions. You'll have the opportunity to work on projects for local authorities, National Highways, developers, and other public and private sector clients.

• Supporting the design and assessment of junctions, roundabouts, traffic signals, and urban road networks.
• Assisting with traffic modelling, microsimulation, and network analysis using industry‑standard software such as Junctions, LinSig, and VISSIM.
• Supporting traffic impact assessments, transport assessments, feasibility studies, and scheme appraisals.
• Collecting, analysing, and interpreting traffic flow, speed, journey time, and other transport data to inform engineering decisions.
• Assisting with the development and assessment of traffic management and network improvement schemes.
• Supporting the preparation and assessment of traffic signal layouts and junction improvement proposals.
• Contributing to road safety assessments and audits, helping to identify potential issues and develop appropriate solutions.
• Supporting the development of active travel and sustainable transport schemes, considering the interaction between pedestrians, cyclists, public transport, and general traffic.
• Assisting with the preparation of technical reports, drawings, calculations, presentations, and other project documentation.
• Developing an understanding of relevant traffic engineering standards, guidance, legislation, and industry best practice.
• Attending site visits and traffic surveys to understand existing conditions and collect information to support project development.
• Working collaboratively with traffic engineers, highway engineers, transport planners, technicians, and other disciplines to deliver high‑quality solutions for clients.
• Contributing to project meetings and developing an understanding of how technical recommendations are communicated to clients and stakeholders.
  We're looking for students who can demonstrate the following:
• Currently studying towards a degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation/Traffic Engineering, Highway Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Genuine interest in traffic engineering, transport planning, and the development of safe, efficient, and sustainable transport networks.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret and evaluate technical information and data.
• An interest in traffic modelling, junction design, network analysis, and transport data analysis.
• Good understanding of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail, with good research, technical writing, and report‑writing skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, while demonstrating initiative when working independently.
• A self‑motivated and enthusiastic approach, with a willingness to learn new software, tools, and technical methodologies.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development throughout the placement.
• A practical, adaptable, and solutions‑focused approach to technical challenges.
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