Electrical Engineering Intern

AECOM; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Global team collaboration

Job summary

AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineering Intern for employment in their Oakland, San Francisco or Sacramento office. This position is designed for candidates pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, offering them opportunities to apply engineering concepts and work on exciting projects.

Candidates will gain hands-on experience under the supervision of experienced engineers while utilizing tools like AutoCAD and REVIT. AECOM provides a supportive environment for interns with pathways for personal and professional development.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with two years of study completed.
• Interest in pursuing an advanced degree in a related field post-internship.
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering tasks and apply standard techniques.
• Prepare engineering calculations and develop drawings.
• Research regulatory and industry code requirements.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

AutoCAD

REVIT

Power systems

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SKM

EasyPower

Visual 3D

AGI 32

Elumtools

Job description

Overview

AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineering Intern for employment in the Oakland, San Francisco or Sacramento office. AECOM is searching for candidates that have the ability to be a role model, be client-focused, be impactful and be decisive.

This position is expected to begin ASAP.

Imagine working on rewarding projects within a diverse culture and having access to exceptional training and career development opportunities. Working at AECOM means being part of a global team, working with award-winning professionals across the world. Aspire to be a key player on some of the best projects regionally, with opportunities to work on projects nationally or internationally. Our people bring deep industry knowledge to help you succeed.

Responsibilities

• Perform assignments requiring application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria to carry out engineering tasks. Assignments are designed to further develop judgment and understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities.
• Exercise judgment limited to developing details of work in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives.
• Prepare engineering related calculations and develop drawings and visual aids.
• Research and apply building code, regulatory and industry code requirements.
• Prepare electrical design calculations, utilize electrical design software.

Work under supervision of an Electrical Engineer or senior-level team member.

Minimum Requirements

• Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or other related fields from an ABET-accredited university 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering student with an interest in power systems.
• Experience with AutoCAD and REVIT preferred.
• Knowledge of power system analysis software such as SKM and/or EasyPower is an asset.
• Understanding of lighting calculation software such as Visual 3D, AGI 32, Elumtools is an asset.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel based equations and functions.

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Successful Interns may be eligible to return for additional internships.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. 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.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include 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, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.