Civil Engineering Intern

Company Description

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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.

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern for the Valley Line West LRT project based in Edmonton, Alberta.  

This is an exciting and challenging role primarily supporting the Owner’s Engineer project management team. The Owner’s Engineer is a diverse, multi-disciplinary team of subconsultants led by AECOM. 

This is an 8-month term expected to begin in January 2027. 

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

• Project Management- assisting leadership with various management activities of multi-disciplinary teams consisting of consultants, contractors, clients and stakeholders; work with the project team to control scope, schedule, quality and budget of OE team; assessing whether project activities are in accordance with the best practices of project management methodology, processes and procedures; assisting coordination of external consultants and contractors to meet project objectives in a collaborative manner; documenting project activities 
• Design Review- reviewing project documentation prepared by other parties for contract compliance; attending and documenting technical meetings; coordination of and support for design review teams 
• Schedule Review- evaluation of overall project status; analyzing field reports to assess contractor performance; tracking progress of construction activities 
• Construction Review- performing field inspections of construction activities; coordination of and support for construction monitoring teams; assisting with resolution of technical challenges related to construction; evaluate whether construction activities are compliant with the contract 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements 

• Candidate must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree Civil Engineering or similar discipline, 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.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not available for this position 
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position 
• Must have a Class 5 Driver's License 

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. 

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. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.