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Early Careers Programs 

Graduate and Summer Internship opportunities in engineering, quantity surveying, project management, the environment, sustainability, planning, design, architecture, landscape architecture, consulting and much more.

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2026 Graduate Program

Applications open 14th March and close 9th April 2025

At AECOM, you will work in a dynamic environment where your integrity and pioneering mindset are championed.

What Our Graduate Program Offers:

  • 2-Year Graduate program: Kickstart your career in a flexible working environment.
  • Graduate Induction: Participate in an event to meet fellow graduates and connect with leaders in the business.
  • Transition to a Professional: Seamless transition into professional level role at the completion of the graduate program.
  • Networking and Informative Opportunities: Engage in events hosted by our Connect Committee to expand your network and your knowledge.
  • Mentoring Opportunities: Receive guidance and support from experienced professionals to help you achieve your career goals.
  • Learn from Technical Experts: Enhance and share knowledge, skills and ideas from industry leaders that are essential to career progression.

Am I Eligible for the Graduate Program

Final year or completed a relevant Bachelor’s or Postgraduate degree.

Able to join the program
from February

2025/2026 Summer Internship Program

Applications open and close July 2025

We will provide support and direction to ensure you have an inspiring and positive placement with us, ready to resume your studies in 2025 with new knowledge and practical insights.

What Our Summer Internship Program Offers:

  • 12-Week full-time paid internship
  • Practical application of knowledge
  • Iconic project exposure
  • Work alongside technical experts
  • Build meaningful long-term connections
  • Pathway to graduate employment

Am I Eligible for the Summer Internship Program

Penultimate year of study
in a relevant degree.

Able to work full time from mid
November to mid February.

Candidates on student visas
encouraged to apply!

How to apply

Early Careers Programs 

Internship applications open and close July.
Graduate applications open and close March.

1. Online registration

(15 minutes)

There is a short online registration to enter your details and to demonstrate your suitability and passion for the practice area(s) you select.

You will need to upload your resume, cover letter, and academic transcript in one single document.

2. Strength based online assessment

(30-40 minutes)

Our online, engaging, and interactive assessment, bespoke to AECOM by Cappfinity and designed with the help of our graduates, helps us assess how you would react in scenarios likely to happen at AECOM.

3. Phone Screen

(15 minutes)

Our phone screens are a chance to informally chat with our Early Careers team. This helps learn more about you, determine if your qualifications and experiences align with the role, and allow you to ask any questions you have.

4. Final stage assessment

(35-45 minutes)

If successfully shortlisted for the final stage, you will be invited to have a behavioral face-to-face (or online) interview with the team you are being considered for.

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Graduate Benefits

AECOM University

Professional membership fee reimbursement

Additional purchased annual leave

Flexible working

Medical insurance

Paid volunteer leave

Wellness voucher

Free well-being workshops and webinars

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Working at AECOM has given me the opportunity to collaborate with and learn from a very diverse group of professionals spanning so many different areas of the industry. As a graduate engineer, I have been able to work alongside specialists in fields that I didn’t even know existed before, gaining exposure to projects that have a real positive impact on our communities.

Emma

Graduate Water Resources Engineer

As a structural engineering graduate, I’ve had the opportunity to work on some awesome major projects in New Zealand. Work at AECOM has really good variety – from site inspections to design, there’s always more to learn and explore. Plus, being part of a supportive team and graduate cohort makes the experience super rewarding!

Eva

Graduate Structural Engineer

Working at AECOM is a constant reminder why I am passionate about engineering, as I spend my time solving diverse problems surrounded by a team of intelligent, driven people. I get to work on meaningful solutions in an exciting industry at a company which has an empowering culture both technically and socially.

Otto

Graduate Hydraulics/Fire Engineer

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