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Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. We are the world\'s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. We have a global team delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
Job Description
Our Ground Engineering United Kingdom and Ireland (UK&I) team comprises 150 people and provides services ranging from project management, feasibility studies, ground investigation design and interpretation, detailed design, contract administration and construction supervision for ground engineering works in UK&I and overseas. We support internal and external clients on a wide variety of projects, including infrastructure, energy, water, nuclear, power, road, rail, aviation, ports and harbours, commercial and industrial developments, landslip investigation and remediation.
We work for leading Irish, UK and International clients and have a portfolio of regional and national projects. As a Ground Engineering intern, you will contribute to a variety of projects, gaining hands-on experience in activities such as:
* Support Ground Investigation Projects – desk studies, site inspections, rockface surveys, geomorphological mapping; plan and procure ground investigations and support senior staff in supervising on-site activities.
* Data Collection and Analysis – gather, manage, and interpret geological and geotechnical data using tools such as Openground and Leapfrog for 3D modelling.
* Technical Reporting – prepare interpretative and design reports, ground models, and technical documentation.
* Design Support – assist in design and assessment of foundations, retaining walls, slope stability, earthworks, and rock slope stabilisation.
* Numerical Modelling – develop skills in 2D and 3D numerical analysis using software packages for geotechnical modelling.
* Tender Documentation – assist in preparing Ground Engineering tender documents for construction.
* Collaboration and Teamwork – work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated project solutions.
* Health, Safety, and Sustainability Awareness – apply health and safety practices in site and office work, with sustainability considerations.
Qualifications
* Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, or Geology, with an expected 2:1 classification (or equivalent) or higher.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with AutoCAD or Civil 3D is advantageous but not essential.
* Strong interest in geotechnics and enthusiasm for engaging with multidisciplinary colleagues and clients.
* Willing to travel for work, including visits to project sites and possibly other AECOM offices.
* Effective communicator in English, skilled in writing, presenting, creating drawings, and preparing reports.
* Highly organised, able to prioritise tasks, and work collaboratively within a team or independently with initiative.
* Creative, practical, and detail-oriented, with a methodical approach to problem-solving, planning, and design.
* Comfortable using computers for design work and calculations.
* Driven to achieve excellent results for clients and the business, while balancing project goals, budgets, and timelines.
* Aware of health & safety, environmental, and sustainability considerations in engineering.
* A clean driving licence is a plus but not essential.
Additional Information
* Applicants are encouraged to apply early as CVs will be reviewed on a rolling recruitment basis for immediate or advanced offer start.
* Please include a covering letter with your application and provide all predicted and/or obtained grades and the dates you are able to work, along with locations of interest.
* You must have the right to work in the UK.
About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our technical and digital expertise, diversity and inclusion, and environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need with hybrid work options. You will work in a dynamic environment where integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and a pioneering mindset are championed.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Disability Confident Employer. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: REF51174Z
Business Line: Transportation
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid
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