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Early Careers

Australia & New Zealand

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Work with us.
Change the world.

Our work in infrastructure creates opportunities, improves lives, and strengthens communities. Early career professionals at AECOM contribute to impactful projects, from enhancing commutes to ensuring clean water access. Embark on a career that matters—where your work not only shapes skylines but also supports a sustainable future. 

Graduate Program

Applications open in March 2026

At AECOM, you’ll be part of a dynamic, inclusive environment where your integrity, curiosity, and pioneering mindset are valued. From day one, you’ll be trusted with meaningful work, supported by people who want to see you grow.

What our Graduate Program offers:

  • Graduate Introduction: Kickstart connections with peers and leaders.
  • Essential Consulting Skills: Master core consulting skills from day one.
  • Networking and Learning: Grow your network and industry know-how.
  • Mentoring and Career Support: Receive guidance from experienced professionals.
  • Learning from Experts: Learn directly from industry leaders and specialists.
  • Flexible Work Options: Work in a way that fits your life and wellbeing.
  • Career Pathways: Get support to progress and step confidently into your next role.

Ready to push the limit’s of what’s possible?

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.

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


Summer Internship Program

Applications open in July

Work with us from November – February

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
  • Practical application of knowledge
  • Iconic project exposure
  • Work alongside technical experts
  • Build meaningful long-term connections
  • Pathway to graduate employment

AECOM Voices

I love the incredible level of guidance and support the team provides. They genuinely want to help you grow and if you’re ever struggling, there’s always someone to help you out. It is inspiring to see the projects being worked on and that I’ll be contributing to such amazing work.

Prashona

Graduate Civil Engineer

At AECOM, it’s super exciting working on large scale energy projects transforming our electrical infrastructure and leaving a lasting impact. Because of the amazing support from passionate team members, I was able to tackle difficult tasks and learn so much.

Imam

Graduate Electrical Engineer

I love working in a welcoming and passionate environment that encourages me to test my comfort zone, develop my technicals skills and support my growth as a Graduate Engineer. The breadth of projects and opportunities makes it exciting to come to work every day.

Kate

Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

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