Engineering Intern

Aecom2; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Engineering Intern to support Water Resources Engineering in Houston, TX, starting May/June 2027. The internship offers hands-on experience across design, planning, and infrastructure projects, with mentorship from experienced professionals in a global firm.

Interns will gain exposure to hydrology & hydraulics work and other water resources disciplines, learn to use software like HEC-RAS, ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and Civil3D, and develop technical, analytical and professional skills

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with ≥2 years of study.
• Recent grads with bachelor's degree may apply if pursuing a master's.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering tasks under supervision of experienced engineers or PMs.
• Support calculations, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and visual aids.
• Help develop project documentation, reports, and presentations.
• Assist with field work, site visits, inspections, and data collection.
• Use engineering software like HEC-RAS or ArcGIS to model problems.

Skills

Interest in water resources eng

Adaptability

Past internship experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

ArcGIS

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Job description

AECOM is seeking a motivated Engineering Intern to support our Water Resources Engineering work in Houston, Texas. This position is expected to begin in May or June 2027. This internship offers an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience working on real‑world engineering, design, and infrastructure projects while learning from experienced professionals in a collaborative, globally recognized firm. Interns will support a broad range of project activities and develop technical, analytical, and professional skills in a dynamic environment. This role is designed to help bridge the gap between academic learning and professional practice, providing exposure to project workflows, engineering standards, and multidisciplinary teamwork. The internship will specialize in hydrology & hydraulics (H&H) work, with the opportunity to experience other water resources disciplines.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with engineering tasks under the supervision of experienced engineers or project managers.
• Support the preparation of design or planning calculations, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and visual aids.
• Support the development of project documentation, reports, and presentations.
• Assist with field work, site visits, inspections, and field data collection as needed.
• Use engineering software, such as HEC-RAS or ArcGIS, and standard office tools to help model and solve basic engineering problems.
• Collaborate with project teams and contribute to a variety of assignments related to H&H and stormwater planning.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental Engineering or a related field, and must have completed at least 2 years of study. Candidates who have recently graduated with a Bachelor's degree and plan to continue with the Master's degree are eligible to apply for these positions. Recent 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.

Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience/interest in one or more of the following areas: hydrology and hydraulics, stormwater management, green infrastructure/low impact development, water quality modeling/monitoring, coastal engineering and analyses, coastal science, and civil infrastructure design.
• Exposure to engineering design software such as AutoCAD, Civil3D, ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS or similar tools.
• Interest in water resources engineering, H&H, and related work.
• Ability to adapt to short-term assignments while maintaining focus on long-term project goals.
• Past internship experience.

About AECOM

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.

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
• 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.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

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