Water Resources Engineering Intern

AECOM Corporation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Water Resources Intern for the Transportation Water Resources group located in Conshohocken, Newark, Philadelphia, and/or Pittsburgh offices. The internship begins in June 2027 and offers hands-on exposure to stormwater design and infrastructure projects.

You will assist in design activities, prepare calculations and drawings, review field data, and contribute to technical reports using OpenRoads, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and related software.

Qualifications

• Currently attending an accredited engineering school pursuing a B.S. in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or other related engineering field.
• Must have completed 2 years of study in university program at the time of internship.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design activities including stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, roadway drainage, hydraulic and hydrologic analysis, utility coordination, site design and environmental permitting.
• Assist with the development of preliminary to final design calculations and drawings.
• Review field information and perform field inspection of existing stormwater facilities.
• Perform technical writing for design reports and permitting applications.
• Utilize OpenRoads, AutoCAD, and a variety of Civil Engineering design software applications.

Skills

Engineering student

Stormwater design basics

Field inspection

Technical writing

Education

B.S. in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

GIS

StormCAD

HydroCAD

Pondpak

HEC-RAS

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Primary Location: US - Philadelphia, PA - 1635 Market
• Compensation: USD 24 - USD 28 - hourly

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOMis seeking a creative and highly talentedWater Resources Internfor the Transportation Water Resources group located inAECOM'sConshohocken, Newark, Philadelphia, and/or Pittsburgh offices.

This position is expected to begin inJune 2027.

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

• Assist in design activities including stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, roadway drainage, hydraulic and hydrologic analysis, utility coordination, site design and environmental permitting.
• Assist with the development of preliminary to final design calculations and drawings.
• Review field information and perform field inspection of existing stormwater facilities.
• Perform technical writing for design reports and permitting applications.
• Utilize OpenRoads, AutoCAD, and a variety of Civil Engineering design software applications.

Qualifications

• Currently attending an accredited engineering school pursuing a B.S. inCivil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or other related engineering field.
• Must have completed 2 years of study in university program at the time of internship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Work experience with drainage, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and design.
• Basic knowledge of industry standard computer software for the position (examples include software such as CADD, AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS).
• Some experience with water resources design software (StormCAD, HydroCAD, Pondpak, HEC-RAS).

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Relocation assistance is not available with this position.

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.

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 achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.