Engineering Intern Internships
Engineering intern internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, Electronics & Hardware, and Manufacturing, with Kimley-Horn, IMEG, and Bohler among the employers posting roles now.
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Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
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.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Structural Engineering Intern for our transportation department in the Roanoke, VA office. As an intern in the transportation department, you will assist in the design and inspection of various highway structures.
This position is expected to begin Summer 2027.
Internships at AECOM offer students in undergraduate and graduate programs the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in engineering, design, and infrastructure projects that make a real-world impact. Interns work with cutting-edge 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.
The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to:
- Perform assignments requiring application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria to carry out engineering tasks.
- Prepare engineering related calculations.
- Perform quantity takeoffs and cost estimates.
- Review shop drawings.
- Assist in the inspection of bridges, culverts, and tunnels.
- Prepare details for construction drawings using CAD software.
- Work under the supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or in another related field and must have completed at least 1 year of study. Candidates who have graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree and plan to continue with the Master’s Degree are eligible to apply for these positions. 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Completed courses related to statics, strength of materials, introductory steel design, and introductory reinforced concrete design.
- Ability to follow procedures and pay attention to detail.
- Good written and oral communications skills.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
- Proficiency in developing calculations using software like Excel or Mathcad.
- Interest in bridge design is desired.
Additional Information
- Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
- Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
- This position requires a hybrid work schedule which incudes in office work in Roanoke, VA. The selected candidate must be available to work in Roanoke, VA on a scheduled basis.
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.
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
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.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Structural Engineering Intern for our transportation department in the Roanoke, VA office. As an intern in the transportation department, you will assist in the design and inspection of various highway structures.
This position is expected to begin Summer 2027.
Internships at AECOM offer students in undergraduate and graduate programs the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in engineering, design, and infrastructure projects that make a real-world impact. Interns work with cutting-edge 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.
The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to:
- Perform assignments requiring application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria to carry out engineering tasks.
- Prepare engineering related calculations.
- Perform quantity takeoffs and cost estimates.
- Review shop drawings.
- Assist in the inspection of bridges, culverts, and tunnels.
- Prepare details for construction drawings using CAD software.
- Work under the supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or in another related field and must have completed at least 1 year of study. Candidates who have graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree and plan to continue with the Master’s Degree are eligible to apply for these positions. 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Completed courses related to statics, strength of materials, introductory steel design, and introductory reinforced concrete design.
- Ability to follow procedures and pay attention to detail.
- Good written and oral communications skills.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
- Proficiency in developing calculations using software like Excel or Mathcad.
- Interest in bridge design is desired.
Additional Information
- Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
- Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
- This position requires a hybrid work schedule which incudes in office work in Roanoke, VA. The selected candidate must be available to work in Roanoke, VA on a scheduled basis.
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.
Engineering Intern Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- Kimley-Horn90
- IMEG44
- Bohler44
- Garver28
- DASHIELL CORPORATION18
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services41
- Electronics & Hardware14
- Manufacturing12
- Automotive6
- Science & Research3
Tips for Your Engineering Intern Internship Search
Apply earlier than the semester feels urgent
Large employers recruit summer engineering intern interns the preceding fall, and the strongest structured programs close before winter break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so check listings consistently across the full academic year rather than waiting until spring.
Build a documented project before you apply
Hiring teams for engineering intern internships expect limited work history, so a linked GitHub repository, a CAD or design portfolio, or a lab project with clearly named tools gives recruiters something to evaluate. Two or three complete, well-documented projects carry more weight than a long list of coursework alone.
Work campus resources and direct applications together
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside that campus activity widens the pool you reach and reduces your dependence on any single channel.
Practice your technical screen out loud before interviewing
Engineering intern intern screens typically involve coding problems on data structures and algorithms. Interviewers weigh how you reason through a problem as much as the final answer, so practice explaining your approach out loud while you work rather than solving silently and presenting only the result.
Target structured rotational and university programs early
Many larger engineering employers run cohort or rotational internship programs built specifically to train people new to the field. These programs recruit in the fall, fill fast, and often have dedicated university recruiting contacts. Identify the ones that match your background and submit in the first application wave, not after the general posting goes live.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 81% of the engineering intern internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to, relocation, commute, or remote setup, before you start reviewing listings on Migrate Mate, then filter by location and work type so you're not spending time on roles you can't take.
Engineering Intern Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an engineering intern internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A linked GitHub repository or documented project with tools named gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an engineering intern internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it is performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and return-offer timelines that vary by company. Treat the internship as a chance to demonstrate your skills and build relationships without anchoring your plans to a conversion that may not materialize.
When should I apply for engineering intern internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September, and competitive programs fill before the new year. Smaller companies and co-op positions post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you catch roles at both ends of that cycle.
Are engineering intern internships paid?
Most professional engineering intern internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Unpaid internships exist but are uncommon at established engineering employers, and many states have rules that limit when unpaid arrangements are lawful for for-profit companies.
What should an engineering intern internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history, name the tools used and link to the work directly, whether that's a GitHub repository, a published analysis, a CAD portfolio, or a design case study. Add relevant coursework below your projects, keep the resume to one page, and put your strongest technical evidence at the top where recruiters look first.
Are there remote engineering intern internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 19% of the engineering intern internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before spots close.
Can international students get engineering intern internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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