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Job Description
We will provide support and direction to ensure you have an inspiring and positive placement with us, ready to resume your studies in 2026 with new knowledge and practical insights.
What Our Summer Internship Program Offers
* 12-Week Full Time Paid Internship (Mid-November to Mid-February): Options for flexibility on time frames if needed.
* Practical Application of Knowledge: Gain hands on experience and apply what you’ve learnt during university.
* Iconic Project Exposure: Work on high-profile projects with a variety of clients.
* Work alongside Technical Experts: Work alongside graduates, technical experts, and industry leaders.
* Career Connections: Build meaningful long-term connections.
* Support Network: Benefit from guidance and support from your manager, team, AECOM University and our Talent Management team to achieve your goals.
* Pathway to Graduate Employment: Explore opportunities to transition to an AECOM Graduate position following a successful placement.
About the Role
Joining our dynamic, consulting environment, you will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of industrial, resources and mining projects with the ability to support the generation of detailed designs from concept through to execution.
At AECOM, our mechanical team immensely influences outcomes with our clients across the areas of industrial process, power generation, renewable energy and future fuels.
How you’ll make a difference:
* Exposure to projects that vary from concept studies to detailed design
* Supporting Engineers with design documentation and construction phase technical support for new-build.
* Assisting with upgrading and refurbishment of process, power generation and renewable energy infrastructure.
* Assist with project delivery and management, including deliverables, tracking schedules, earned value and document management.
Qualifications
* Undertaking a Bachelor’s or Postgraduate degree related to the role you are applying for.
* Be in your penultimate year or earlier of study at an Australian or New Zealand University.
* Able to commence work from mid-November 2025 to mid-February 2026 (Flexible).
* You must have full working rights to work in Australia or New Zealand before applying. We do accept candidates with student and graduate visas.
Additional Information
Our Recruitment Process
1. Submit Your Application : Complete the job application, uploading your resume, cover letter and the latest copy of your academic transcripts as one single document.
2. Online Assessment : Complete our global online strength-based assessment.
3. Phone Screen : You may be invited to a phone screen with our Early Careers Recruitment team.
4. Interview : Attend a face-to-face interview at your local office.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
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