Structural Dam Safety Engineering Intern

Aecom

The Role

Overview

Assist in design, analysis, inspection, and construction of dam safety projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • field visits
  • autocad drafting
  • design analysis
  • report writing
  • team collaboration
  • structural analysis

Tasks

-Participate in field visits and dam safety inspections, documenting site conditions and supporting construction oversight. -Develop AutoCAD drawings and structural details for design deliverables. -Assist with design, analysis, inspection, and construction observation tasks for dam safety projects. -Help prepare technical reports, drawings, and specifications under the supervision of other engineers. -Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across civil, structural, and geotechnical disciplines. -Support engineers in performing structural stability and strength analyses for concrete dams, spillways, outlet works, and other hydraulic or site structures.

Requirements

  • civil engineering
  • structural engineering
  • autocad
  • microsoft office
  • u.s. citizenship
  • internship

What You Bring

-Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, with an emphasis in Structural Engineering and with the intent to continue enrollment after the internship and must have completed at least 2 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. -Completed or currently enrolled in key structural engineering course such as Mechanics of Materials, Statics, and Reinforced Concrete Design. -Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. -Previous internship experience related to structural engineering -Due to the nature of work, U.S Citizenship is required for this position -Demonstrated enthusiasm for learning and working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. -Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks effectively. -Strong interpersonal and written communication skills. -Valid U.S. Driver’s License is required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. -Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with AutoCAD. -Ability and desire to occasionally travel to project sites, both local and remote.

Benefits

-Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

The Company

About Aecom

-Launched as a bold independent infrastructure consultancy from a merger of five legacy firms dating back over a century. -Handles everything from geotech to electro-mechanical systems, as seen in the award-winning Romaine Hydroelectric Complex in Canada. -Guides projects through every lifecycle stage in transportation, buildings, water systems, energy, and environmental sectors.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Agriculture, Food & Beverage

Automotive & Heavy Equipment & Machinery

Data Centers & Digital Infrastructure

High Performance Logistics

Energy

Renewable Energy

Grid Modernization

Transportation

Transit and Rail Projects

Highways

Bridges

Aviation Facilities

Facilities Management

Educational Institutions

Healthcare Facilities

Commercial Buildings

Corrections Facilities

Urban and Regional Planning

Building Construction

Oil and Gas Industry

Maritime Facilities

Water Management Systems