Bridge Engineer Intern - Hiring Event with AECOM - Raleigh

About the role

AECOM is hosting an exclusive, invitation-only hiring event in Raleigh on October 28-29, 2026, for career opportunities starting Spring/Summer 2027. The event includes a networking mixer on Wednesday evening (6-8 pm) and interviews on Thursday at the Raleigh office. AECOM is seeking a Bridge Engineer Intern to join the Transportation Department in Raleigh, NC; Greenville, SC; or Nashville, TN. Internships begin May 2027 and are designed to build hands‑on skills that complement academic study. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future. All newly hired employees must attend an in‑person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.

Responsibilities

• Performs specific portions of a broader assignment under the mentoring of an experienced structural engineer.
• Prepares designs and calculations for a variety of materials, including structural steel, reinforced concrete, and masonry.
• Evaluates, selects, applies standard engineering techniques and procedures to design structural building systems and members using hand calculations and the latest structural engineering software.
• Coordinates with other discipline engineers as applicable for continuity of the design process.
• Performs construction administration duties, including shop drawing review and RFI response preparation.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements: Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering with a Structures concentration, or another related engineering field; must have completed at least one year of study.
• Candidates who have graduated with a Bachelor’s degree and plan to continue with a Master’s degree are eligible.
• Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelor’s degree in the most recent school term with interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline at the conclusion of the internship.
• Preferred Qualifications: Registration as an E.I.T.; strong technical writing and presentation skills; flexibility to work on a variety of projects, including highways and bridges; flexibility to occasionally travel (nights) and short‑notice work assignments depending on bridge inspection needs; detail‑oriented with good problem‑solving ability; good interpersonal skills and professional demeanor; Master’s degree preferred; previous internship experience; software experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, MS Office, and structural analysis software.

Benefits

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits that may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, 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, depending on employment status.

Pay

The offered rate of compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location, with a range of $20 to $25 per hour.