Summer 2027
Structural Engineer Intern
Posted on 9/3/2026
AECOM
10,001+ employees
Global infrastructure consulting and program management
Compensation Overview
$28 - $32/hr
No H1B Sponsorship
Arlington County, Arlington, VA, USA
Hybrid
Hybrid schedule requires scheduled in-office work in Arlington, Virginia.
US Citizenship Required
Bachelor's
 Architecture & Civil Engineering (1) |
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- Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering with a Structures concentration, or another related engineering field and must have completed at least three years of study.
- Candidates who have graduated with a Bachelor's degree and plan to continue with a Master's degree are eligible to apply.
- Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelor's degree in the most previous school term and intend to pursue an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline after the internship.
- US Citizenship is required for this role.
- Perform specific portions of a broader assignment under the mentoring of an experienced structural engineer.
- Prepare designs and calculations for structural steel, reinforced concrete, and masonry.
- Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to design structural building systems and members using hand calculations and structural engineering software.
- Coordinate with other discipline engineers to maintain continuity of the design process.
- Perform construction administration duties, including shop drawing review and RFI response preparation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience utilizing industry-standard software packages such as AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, or similar.
- Familiarity with structural engineering software such as RAM Structural Systems, ETABS, and Enercalc.
- Ability to manage time and deadlines, track steps in progress, and prioritize tasks.
- Comfort working in a high-energy environment with frequent deadlines.
- Good interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm that provides a wide range of services, including architecture, design, construction management, engineering, environmental services, and program management, to government agencies, private companies, and non-profits. Its work centers on managing and delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, from planning and design to construction and operation, with fees tied to the project type and scope. Unlike firms with a narrower focus, AECOM offers end-to-end support across transportation, buildings, cities, and overall infrastructure, combining technical expertise with project oversight and sustainability considerations. The company aims to improve the world by enhancing natural and social systems, promoting equity and inclusion, and driving responsible, lasting outcomes for communities.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Dallas, Texas
Founded
1990
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- August 31, 2026 Northland Corridor appointment expands AECOM’s transportation pipeline in New Zealand.
- August 25, 2026 Sydney High Speed Rail advisory role strengthens Australia growth and visibility.
- August 10, 2026 backlog hit a record $27.8 billion, backed by $4.2 billion wins.
What critics are saying
- August 10, 2026’s $337 million charge exposes legacy project controls and pricing discipline.
- Management expects claims litigation through fiscal 2027, delaying cash recovery and distracting executives.
- Another catastrophic project overrun would erase margins, trigger deeper scrutiny, and destroy buyer trust.
What makes AECOM unique
- AECOM’s August 2026 wins show global megaproject credibility across transport and rail.
- Its 100-kilometer Northland Corridor work highlights complex design, environmental, and program-management depth.
- Government-heavy client relationships and advisory-first model create sticky, recurring infrastructure demand.
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↓ -2%AECOM appointed as design partner on New Zealand's Northland Corridor, Section One. DALLAS - AECOM (NYSE:ACM), the trusted global infrastructure leader, today announced its appointment as design partner for the Warkworth to Te Hana project in New Zealand, partnering with ACCIONA as the lead contractor. ACCIONA, alongside its partner Aberdeen Investments, comprises the Northway Consortium. The project forms Section One of three nationally significant roads along the... August 31, 2026 at 6:55 a.m. DALLAS - AECOM (NYSE:ACM), the trusted global infrastructure leader, today announced its appointment as design partner for the Warkworth to Te Hana project in New Zealand, partnering with ACCIONA as the lead contractor. ACCIONA, alongside its partner Aberdeen Investments, comprises the Northway Consortium. The project forms Section One of three nationally significant roads along the broader Northland Corridor Program, a new 100-kilometer motorway connecting Auckland to Whangārei. Once complete, the project will upgrade the existing State Highway 1 into a higher-standard, safe and more resilient motorway. "The Northland Corridor is a transformational investment that will improve safety, resilience and connectivity across the upper North Island," said Mark McManamny, AECOM's Chief Executive of Australia and New Zealand. "We have brought together some of the industry's leading transportation, engineering and design specialists from across New Zealand, Australia and our global business to support delivery of this nationally significant project. Combined with the expertise of NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, ACCIONA and our design partners, this gives us an outstanding platform to deliver infrastructure that will enhance how people and freight move, support economic growth and create lasting benefits for Northland communities." AECOM's design solution addresses key safety challenges for current road users through a new system interchange, an optimized alignment that improves curves and sight distances, and safer gradients. The alignment also enhances resilience by reducing impacts from flooding, landslides and other extreme weather events. The new road will improve travel times for cars, freight and public transport, easing congestion and helping the growing Northland community stay better connected to Auckland, New Zealand's economic hub. "Our selection reinforces our reputation as a trusted leader in the transportation engineering services," said Russell Jackson, interim chief executive of AECOM's global Transportation business. "This 100-kilometer project is a transformative investment in New Zealand's transportation infrastructure and economic growth. AECOM brings proven value and global expertise to megaprojects such as these, and we look forward to partnering with ACCIONA to enhance infrastructure and deliver sustainable, future-ready transport solutions." AECOM's design solution reuses on-site materials, reducing the need for imported materials and minimizing waste. This will lower haulage and embodied carbon, delivering cost efficiencies while supporting sustainability goals and reducing environmental impact. About AECOM AECOM (NYSE:ACM) 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. Forward-Looking Statements All statements in this communication other than statements of historical fact are "forward-looking statements" for purposes of federal and state securities laws, including any statements that relate to our future revenues, expenditures and business trends; future reduction of our self-perform at-risk construction exposure; future accounting estimates; future contractual performance obligations; future conversions of backlog; future capital allocation priorities, including common stock repurchases, future trade receivables, future debt pay downs; future tax benefits and expenses, and the impact of future tax laws; future legal claims and insurance coverage; future costs savings; and other future economic and industry conditions. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in our forward-looking statements are reasonable, actual results could differ materially from those projected or assumed in any of our forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause our actual results, performance and achievements, or industry results to differ materially from estimates or projections contained in our forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the following: our business is cyclical and vulnerable to economic downturns and client spending reductions; government shutdowns; changes in administration or other funding directives and circumstances that cause governmental agencies to modify, curtail or terminate our contracts; government contracts are subject to audits and adjustments of contractual terms; long-term government contracts are subject to uncertainties related to government contract appropriations; losses under fixed-price contracts; our ability to successfully and timely perform our contractual obligations and to recover claims for additional contract costs; potential liquidated damages under our contracts; limited control over operations run through our joint venture entities; liability for misconduct by our employees or consultants; changes in government laws, regulations and policies, including failure to comply with laws or regulations applicable to our business; maintaining adequate surety and financial capacity; potential high leverage and inability to service our debt and guarantees; our capital allocation strategy, including our ability to continue payment of dividends and repurchase stock; exposure to political and economic risks in different countries, including tariffs and trade policies, geopolitical events, and conflicts; inflation, currency exchange rates and interest rate fluctuations; changes in capital markets and stock market volatility; retaining and recruiting key technical and management personnel; legal claims and litigation; inadequate insurance coverage; environmental law compliance and inadequate nuclear indemnification; unexpected adjustments and cancellations related to our backlog; partners and third parties who may fail to satisfy their legal obligations; managing pension costs; AECOM Capital's real estate development; cybersecurity issues, IT outages and data privacy; risks associated with the benefits and costs of the sale of our Management Services and self-perform at-risk civil infrastructure, power construction and oil and gas construction businesses, including the risk that any purchase adjustments from those transactions could be unfavorable and any future proceeds owed to us as part of the transactions could be lower than we expect; risks associated with our strategic initiatives, including AI investments and potential acquisitions and divestitures; as well as other additional risks and factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from our forward-looking statements set forth in our reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Any forward-looking statements are made as of the date hereof. We do not intend, and undertake no obligation, to update any forward-looking statement. Media Contact: Brendan Ranson-Walsh Senior Vice President, Global Communications 1.213.996.2367 [email protected] Investor Contact: Will Gabrielski Senior Vice President, Finance, Treasurer 1.213.593.8208 [email protected]
Sportnxt announces AECOM, evatto, Expo Event Services, Fever, and Movember, As Silver Partners for 2026. 27 Aug 2026 Melbourne, Australia - SportNXT is proud to announce four leading organizations as Silver Partners for the 2026 summit: AECOM, evatto, Expo Event Services, Fever and Movember. As the preeminent global sports leadership summit, SportNXT is committed to bringing together the brightest minds and leading organizations to shape the future of the industry. SportNXT Pty Ltd. is thrilled to welcome all four partners for SportNXT 2026 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from 7-9 September 2026 for what promises to be its most impactful event yet.
AECOM posted a record backlog in the second quarter of 2026, but a surprise tax loss has led to significant earnings cuts. The infrastructure professional services firm reported fiscal third quarter 2026 results on 10 August 2026, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by $1.99 with a loss of $0.50 per share. The company took a $337 million pre-tax charge due to higher projected costs on a Construction Management project awarded in 2019. This prompted analysts to cut fiscal 2026 earnings estimates to $4.48 from $5.97, representing a 14.8% decline. AECOM shares have fallen 46.7% over the past year, trading near five-year lows. The stock currently trades with a forward P/E ratio of 14.5 and a price-to-sales ratio of 0.5.
AECOM and bd infrastructure appointed environmental advisors for Australia's High Speed Rail. SYDNEY (August 25 2026) - AECOM, the trusted global infrastructure leader, in partnership with lead partner bd infrastructure and specialist consultants Biosis, Artefact Heritage, and IRIS Visual Planning + Design, has been appointed the Environmental Planning and Assessment Advisor role for the Development Phase of the Australian Government's Newcastle to Sydney High Speed Rail project. The partners are experienced in navigating complex environmental and planning interfaces on transformational projects and will serve as client-side advisors throughout the two-year Development Phase. The team will prepare environmental impact assessments, manage biodiversity and heritage approvals pathways, and develop the environmental strategy to help ensure the project is ready for construction and an investment decision by the Australian Government. "We are proud to have been selected for a project of this significance," said Mark McManamny, chief executive of AECOM's Australia and New Zealand region. "High-speed rail has the potential to reshape how people connect, live and work along Australia's east coast. Together with bd infrastructure and our specialist partners, we've assembled a team with the experience needed to help navigate the environmental and planning challenges that come with a project of this scale. We're looking forward to working with the High Speed Rail Authority to help lay the foundations for this nationally significant infrastructure project." The Australian Government is planning a future High Speed Rail network to connect Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne and regional communities across the east coast of Australia. Newcastle will be connected to Sydney on a dedicated new railway line with new world-class trains capable of travelling up to 320 kilometres per hour. "High-speed rail would reshape how Australians live and move along the east coast," said Ashley Lang, managing director of AECOM's environment team in Australia and New Zealand. "Our role is to ensure the environmental foundations are right so this infrastructure can deliver regional connectivity, housing opportunity and economic growth for generations." "We are incredibly excited to partner with AECOM to help deliver the required planning approvals for High Speed Rail", said Jesse Death, managing director of bd infrastructure. "It is a unique opportunity to help shape nationally significant infrastructure that will create generations of opportunities for Australian cities, regions and communities." AECOM is a proud partner of numerous federal, state and local government projects, as Australia continues to prioritise transportation modernisation and capacity upgrades, particularly ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. This includes its recent appointment as Independent Certifier of The Wave - Stage 1, a key component of the Queensland Government's 2032 Delivery Plan, and Lead Design Consultant for Stage 2 of the New Richmond Bridge, supporting future population growth and flood resilience in New South Wales. About AECOM 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. About bd infrastructure bd infrastructure is a purpose-driven infrastructure consultancy specialising in environmental planning and approvals, stakeholder engagement, and social impact. The company partners with government and private sector clients across transport, energy and social infrastructure projects, providing strategic advice and delivery support from project inception through to construction. Recognised for its ability to navigate complex approval pathways and stakeholder environments, bd infrastructure helps unlock project outcomes that are both commercially successful and socially meaningful. Its work is guided by a commitment to delivering sustainable infrastructure that strengthens communities and leaves a positive legacy. About Biosis Biosis brings proven ecological technical excellence to major infrastructure projects, and HSR specifically, supporting complex approvals with robust field survey, impact assessment and specialist ecology and biodiversity expertise. With more than 20,000 projects delivered since 1983, Biosis offers the scale, local knowledge and specialist capability needed to manage this complex project. Our experienced ecology team, including botanists, zoologists and aquatic ecologists across NSW and Victoria, will deliver robust biodiversity assessments, targeted threatened species surveys, habitat assessments, monitoring programs, impact mitigation advice and required approval documentation, identifying ecological risks early and developing practical, adaptable solutions that support confident project delivery and regulatory compliance www.biosis.com.au. About Artefact Heritage Artefact is a leading heritage consultancy that provides multi-disciplinary services across NSW/ACT. Their collective of heritage experts works collaboratively to shape forward-thinking heritage solutions grounded in respect for Country and culture. Home to the largest heritage team in NSW, Artefact provides expert archaeological and heritage services for major infrastructure, transport, energy, urban renewal and development projects across the state. Artefact's unique Empowered Business Model enables their team to also further social and environmental justice initiatives within their working week www.artefact.net.au. About IRIS Visual Planning & Design The IRIS Visual Planning & Design team are leading industry experts in Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment. Our team have undertaken assessments for some of the largest and most complex transport infrastructure projects across the state and are continuously developing innovative GIS analysis and visualisation tools to support the assessment process and communicate impacts. The IRIS team have experience working in highly urban through to rural landscapes, and in locations of sensitive landscape, environmental and cultural value. Our team strive continuously for improved landscape and visual outcomes for the community www.irisvisual.com.au. Media contacts * jason marshall, global * quincy zhai, americas * rebecca adam, Australia & New Zealand * rebecca lam, asia pacific * rachel brierley, europe & india * bahaa hage, middle east & africa.
AECOM reported disappointing second quarter results, missing revenue estimates by 16.7% with $3.59 billion versus expected $4.31 billion, and posting an adjusted loss per share of $0.50 against analyst expectations of $1.46 profit. The infrastructure firm attributed the shortfall to delays and cost overruns on a legacy construction management project, affected by subcontractor productivity issues. Management lowered full-year adjusted earnings guidance to $4.05 per share at the midpoint, down 32.5%. CEO Troy Rudd said the troubled projects should complete by mid-2027, whilst CFO Gaurav Kapoor noted claims remain around $600 million. Operating margin fell to negative 2.1% from 7% year-on-year. The company reported backlog of $27.82 billion, up 13.1% year-on-year, and indicated business development efforts are yielding immediate returns with healthy win rates.