Summer Intern Program (Nov 2027)

CSEA; New Zealand; Hybrid; NZD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

AECOM invites students to join a 12-week summer internship, running from November to February. You will gain practical engineering experience, apply classroom knowledge, and collaborate with technical experts on iconic projects.

This paid program emphasizes professional growth and building long‑term connections. Successful interns will have strong communication and teamwork skills, be in a penultimate year or earlier of a relevant degree, and possess working rights in NZ or AU.

Qualifications

• Summer Intern attributes: curious and excited to apply studies in a professional environment; strong communication and teamwork skills; positive and proactive attitude; adaptability; commitment to professionalism and integrity.
• Bachelor’s Degree: penultimate year or earlier of a relevant degree.
• Graduate Year: must have completed studies and graduated before starting the program.
• Commencement: able to work full-time hours from mid November 2027 – mid February 2028.
• Working Rights: full working rights to work in Australia or New Zealand; student and graduate visas accepted.

Responsibilities

• Apply academic knowledge in a professional environment.
• Work on practical engineering projects with senior technical experts.
• Develop professional communication and teamwork through real-world tasks.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree

Job description

Work with us from November – February.

We will provide support and direction to ensure you have an inspiring and positive placement with us, ready to resume your studies in 2028 with new knowledge and practical insights.

What Our Summer Internship Program Offers:

• 12-Week full-time paid internship
• Practical application of knowledge
• Iconic project exposure
• Work alongside technical experts
• Build meaningful long-term connections
• Pathway to graduate employment

We typically recruit across a wide range of disciplines, including:

• Architecture / Landscape Architecture
• Civil / Structural Engineering
• Cost Management / Quantity Surveying
• Digital Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• ICT & Security Engineering
• Project Management
• Mechanical Engineering
• Urban Design / Planning

Requirements for Success

• Summer Intern attributes:Interns who are curious and excited to apply their studies in a professional environment. You'll bring strong communication and teamwork skills, a positive and proactive attitude, adaptability, and a commitment to professionalism and integrity.
• Bachelor’s Degree:You must be in your penultimate year or earlier of a Bachelor’s or Postgraduate degree relevant to the role you are applying for.
• Graduate Year:You must have completed your studies and have graduated before starting the program.
• Commencement:Able to work full time hours from mid November 2027 – mid February 2028.
• Working Rights: You must have full working rights to work in Australia or New Zealand before applying. We do accept candidates with student and graduate visas.

About AECOM

Come grow with us.

Our work in infrastructure creates opportunities, improves lives, and strengthens communities. Early career professionals at AECOM contribute to impactful projects, from enhancing commutes to ensuring clean water access. Embark on a career that matters—where your work not only shapes skylines but also supports a sustainable future.

Everyone belongs at AECOM.

We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be aFortune 500 Most Admired Company, aWGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winnerand anAWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.

Our Commitment

AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients, and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan, check out our website.

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