Industrial Placement Student - Highways (2027 start)

AECOM is seeking motivated students to join their Highways team on an Industrial Placement.

What you'll do:

Your placement will provide exposure to various highway engineering tasks, including:

• Supporting the design and development of highways, roads, junctions, and associated infrastructure.
• Assisting with highway alignment, geometric design, and preparing engineering drawings using industry-standard software.
• Supporting the assessment and development of highway improvement schemes from feasibility to detailed design.
• Assisting with the preparation of technical reports, specifications, drawings, and other project documentation.
• Analyzing technical information, survey data, and existing highway conditions.
• Supporting the design of sustainable transport infrastructure, including walking, cycling, and public transport facilities.
• Assisting with drainage, earthworks, pavement, and other elements of highway infrastructure.
• Developing an understanding of relevant design standards, guidance, and legislation.
• Collaborating with engineers, technicians, project managers, and other disciplines.
• Attending site visits to gain practical experience.
• Preparing presentations and contributing to client and stakeholder meetings.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation/Traffic Engineering, Highway Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrable interest in highway engineering and the design and development of safe, efficient, and sustainable transport infrastructure.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and numerical skills.
• Effective teamworking and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong attention to detail, with good research, technical writing, and report-writing skills.
• A self-motivated and enthusiastic approach.
• Eligibility to work in the UK and Ireland for the duration of the placement.

Additional Information:

• Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible as CVs will be reviewed and candidates selected for an advanced offer start.
• Please include a covering letter and provide all predicted and/or obtained academic grades.
• You must have permanent right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
• All new employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.