AECOM · 3 months ago
Civil Engineering Transit Intern
Middleton, WI
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$22.20/hr - $26.64/hrAECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm dedicated to delivering a better world. They are seeking a Civil Engineering Transit Intern to contribute to the North–South Bus Rapid Transit project in Madison, Wisconsin, assisting with engineering design and collaborating with experienced engineers and other interns.
Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingEnergyGovernmentInformation Technology
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assists with the engineering design of BRT projects—including the design of BRT transit guideways, BRT stations, and pedestrian facilities—under the supervision of an experienced engineer
Learns transit design alongside the AECOM Bus Rapid Transit Design Group through various initiatives stretching beyond our projects to elevate our group’s expertise in transit design. Various initiatives include creating PowerPoint slides for technical design sessions, updating project sheets, and centralizing examples of specific elements of BRT projects
Work collaboratively with other interns and engineers within our traffic, roadway design, structures, water, and environmental departments of our office
Builds analytic and design skills
Creates designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings in AutoCAD Civil 3D under the supervision of an experienced engineer
Uses computer software as a tool for solving basic engineering problems
Performs work under supervision following an agreed-upon budget and schedule
Contributes to the development of reports and documentation needed for the pursuit of federal grants
Conducts limited field work related to the design process
Qualification
Required
Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and must have completed at least three years 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 these positions
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
Preferred
Previous internship or co-op experience with an emphasis in civil engineering fields such as transit design, roadway design, site design, utility design, stormwater, and multimodal transportation projects
Desire to help shape high-quality transit systems in cities across the United States, including a focus next summer on significant transit improvements coming to the City of Madison
Involved in student organizations such as ASCE, SWE, ITE, WISE, EWB, WTS, Steel Bridge, Concrete Canoe, and Chi Epsilon
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Bentley MicroStation/OpenRoads
Basic knowledge of transportation topics
Willingness to pursue an Engineer-in-Training certification upon graduation by having passed or have a plan to pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam
An understanding of AASHTO, NACTO, APTA, state DOT, and/or City Standards
An ability to coordinate among multiple disciplines including architecture, landscape architecture, ITS, communication, electrical, structural, and urban planning
Good interpersonal skills, good command of the English language both verbally and written, the ability to express thoughts clearly, good time management skills, and a good attitude toward work
Ability to work as a member of a team or perform independent work as required
Benefits
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
Employee stock purchase plan
Company
AECOM
AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets.
Founded in 1990
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2BKey Investors
Australian Renewable Energy Agency
2025-07-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2012-12-31Grant· $0.01M
2007-05-11IPO
Leadership Team
W. Troy Rudd
CEO
Sandra Broughton
Corporate Vice President - Global Head of Travel
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