Company Description
“Energy is an exciting place to be working as we continue to see changes in the way we generate, transmit and use electricity across all our markets as we work to decarbonise the industry.” – Mark Lampard, Director - Transmission + Distribution
Come grow with us.
AECOM’s Energy practice provides a wide range of services from consulting and engineering design to energy engineering, energy procurement and construction (EPC) for power, energy efficiency, and renewable energy clients. Our understanding of the big picture – and the interconnection between generation, distribution, storage, and the demand side of the meter – allows us to deliver holistic strategies that improve and modernise next generation energy infrastructure. We connect knowledge and experience across our global framework to bring together a unique combination of engineers, planners, scientists, and project managers who advance cleaner, secure, and more sustainable energy solutions.
Everyone belongs at AECOM.
We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.
Job Description
As an Electrical Engineering Intern within our Transmission & Distribution team, you will support primary and secondary substation design across Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), gaining exposure to the breadth of T&D electrical engineering so you can explore your interests and potential career path with us.
You will work alongside a supportive, experienced team and high-calibre clients, assisting with substation electrical design tasks and studies such as grounding, lightning protection, and introductory power systems analysis. Each week will bring new learning opportunities and real project experience.
How you’ll make a difference:
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Assist with substation primary/secondary design inputs and draft brief sections of reports/specifications under guidance.
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Assist with the development of substation models and undertake simulations for primary electrical studies using specialised software packages.
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Join supervised site visits and basic testing (e.g., soil resistivity), then capture and organise field data for design use.
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Providing construction support during the build phase while collaborating across multiple disciplines to deliver projects
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Supporting project delivery by preparing budget estimates and ensuring outputs meet time, quality, and cost objectives
What Our Summer Internship Program Offers
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12-week paid internship (mid-November to mid-February)
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Real project experience: Contribute to meaningful work and apply your university learning to real-world projects from day one.
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Exposure to iconic projects: Be part of projects that help shape communities, cities and infrastructure across Australia and New Zealand.
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AECOM Summer Series: Connect with senior leaders from across our business through an exclusive program of presentations providing insight into different career pathways and areas of expertise.
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Work alongside technical experts: Work alongside graduates, technical experts, and industry leaders.
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Be part of a global business: Experience the benefits of working for a global consultancy, with opportunities to collaborate across teams, markets and geographies.
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Pathway to graduate employment: Successful interns may be considered for future graduate opportunities, providing a direct pathway into AECOM's Graduate Program.
Qualifications
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Summer Intern attributes: Interns who are curious and excited to apply their studies in a professional environment. You'll bring strong communication and teamwork skills, a positive and proactive attitude, adaptability, and a commitment to professionalism and integrity.
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Bachelor’s Degree: You must be in your penultimate year of a Bachelor’s or Postgraduate degree in Electrical Engineering.
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Commencement: Able to work full time hours from 16 November 2026 – 19 February 2027.
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Working Rights: You must have full working rights to work in Australia and New Zealand before applying.
Additional Information
Our Recruitment Process
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Submit Your Application: Complete the job application, uploading your resume, cover letter and the latest copy of your academic transcripts as one single document.
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Interview: Attend a face-to-face interview at your local office.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
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About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
