Civil/Geotechnical Engineering Intern

AECOM • New Orleans, LA

6d • $20 - $25 • Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Civil/Geotechnical Engineering Intern to be based in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Internships at AECOM offer students in undergraduate and graduate programs the opportunity to gain valuable direct experience in engineering, design, and infrastructure projects that make a real-world impact. Interns work with innovative technology, learn industry best practices, and collaborate with experienced professionals in a globally recognized firm. The program fosters both technical and professional skill development while providing networking opportunities that can enhance future career prospects. Additionally, AECOM’s dedication to innovation and sustainability enables interns to contribute to meaningful projects that help shape communities and the built environment.
This position is expected to begin May or June 2026.

Requirements

• Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field and must have completed at least 1 year 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 this position. 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.
• Due to the nature of work, US Citizenship is required.
• Must be available for 80–100% of summer work schedule.

Nice To Haves

• EIT certification is strongly preferred.
• Coursework or interest in geotechnical engineering.
• Experience with GIS, AutoCAD, or geotechnical software is a plus.
• Prior engineering or construction internship experience.

Responsibilities

• Internships are designed to introduce and build essential, direct skills that differ from those attained in the academic arena and help to enhance the transition from student to professional.
• Interns are assigned duties that will provide a broad, well-rounded learning experience within their field of study.
• Support senior engineers in data collection, analysis, and interpretation of soil and laboratory data.
• Help prepare geotechnical reports, memos, and project documentation.
• Support geotechnical design tasks such as settlement calculations, slope stability checks, and foundation evaluations.
• Participate in site visits and construction observations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern