Highway Design Intern - Build Real-World Infrastructure

AECOM; Newark (DE); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Highway Engineer Intern based in Newark, Delaware, with an anticipated Spring/Summer 2027 start. Join a team delivering transportation projects with hands-on design, analyses, and reporting under guidance from experienced engineers in a global firm.

The internship offers exposure to OpenRoads, MicroStation and AutoCAD workflows, teamwork on medium to large projects, and a path to develop critical engineering and communication skills in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Candidate pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field with at least 1 year of study completed.
• Graduates with a Bachelor’s degree may apply if planning to pursue a Master’s.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing roadway alignments, traffic control plans, right-of-way determination, and utility coordination using Civil design tools.
• Support preliminary to final design calculations and plan development, and assist with field information review and possible site inspections.
• Demonstrate eagerness to learn, work in a team, and apply technical training to basic engineering tasks.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comm.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Bentley Microstation

OpenRoads

AutoCAD

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Highway Engineer Intern based in Newark, Delaware, with an anticipated Spring/Summer 2027 start. Join a team delivering transportation projects with hands-on design, analyses, and reporting under guidance from experienced engineers in a global firm.

The internship offers exposure to OpenRoads, MicroStation and AutoCAD workflows, teamwork on medium to large projects, and a path to develop critical engineering and communication skills in a hybrid work environment.