AECOM is built to deliver a better world. We design, build, finance and operate infrastructure assets for governments, businesses and organizations in more than 150 countries. As a fully integrated firm, we connect knowledge and experience across our global network of experts to help clients solve their most complex challenges. From high-performance buildings and infrastructure, to resilient communities and environments, to stable and secure nations, our work is transformative, differentiated and vital. A Fortune 500 firm, see how we deliver what others can only imagine at aecom.com and @AECOM.At AECOM, we deliver a better world through infrastructure that improves lives and communities.Our Transportation business line plays a vital role in connecting people and places through safe, efficient, and sustainable solutions. We plan, design, and deliver projects across roads, bridges, rail, and traffic systems, working on some of the most complex and high-profile transport schemes in the UK and Ireland.From major highway improvements and smart motorways to new rail infrastructure and station redevelopments, to urban mobility projects that encourage active travel and reduce congestion, our work shapes the future of transportation. We combine digital innovation with engineering excellence to create solutions that improve connectivity, support economic growth, and promote sustainability.Welooking for talented and motivated students to join our Transportation business line on an Industrial Placement, where yougain hands-on experience, work on real projects, and develop skills that will kick-start your career.Transportation at AECOM is organised into two main areas:STAP (Streets & Technology, Planning, Highways, Tunnelling, Ports)RSGE (Rail, Structures, Ground Engineering)What youdoYour role will vary depending on the team you join, but you could be involved in:Streets & TechnologyDesigning and modelling urban streets and junctions using industry-leading softwareSupporting active travel and sustainable transport solutionsAssisting with the integration of digital technology in transport networksPlanningSupporting transport planning and demand forecasting studiesConducting feasibility and corridor studies for new transport routesContributing to business cases and policy reviews for infrastructure developmentHighwaysDesigning and modelling highway alignments and junction improvementsPreparing geometric designs, drainage systems, and pavement analysisAssisting in safety audits and traffic management solutionsTunnellingSupporting tunnel design and analysis for road or rail projectsAssisting in geotechnical assessments and structural modellingContributing to feasibility studies and construction methodologiesPortsAssisting in the planning and design of port infrastructure and marine facilitiesSupporting studies on capacity, layout, and logistics for ports and harboursPreparing technical drawings and reports for maritime transport projectsRailDesigning and assessing rail infrastructure, including stations and track layoutsSupporting rail systems integration and alignment designAssisting in signalling and electrification interface planningStructuresPerforming structural design and assessment for bridges and transport-related structuresSupporting inspections and condition assessments of existing assetsPreparing structural calculations and design documentationGround EngineeringSupporting ground investigations for transportation projectsAssisting in foundation and retaining structure designConducting geotechnical analysis for tunnels, bridges, and rail systemsQualificationsAre currently studying towards one of the following degrees: Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Highway Engineering, Railway Engineering, Traffic Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Urban or Transport PlanningAre passionate about shaping the future of transportation and mobilityHave strong communication and teamwork skillsAre analytical and detail-orientedHold solid Microsoft Office skills i.e., Word, Excel & PowerPoint, ExcelStrong numeracySelf-motivation, enthusiasm, hard-working, with ambition and driveExcellent research and report writing skills including web based researchSolid attention to detail and thorough approach to workAre curious and eager to learn new skillsAre eligible to work in the UK & Ireland for the duration of the placementTraining and SupportYougain invaluable experience, supported by mentors and technical experts, with a structured development framework to help you grow and thrive.We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.comAt AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives. If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you!Additional InformationApplicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible since CVs will be reviewed, and candidates selected on a rolling recruitment basis for either immediate or advanced offer start.You must have the right to work in the UK.About AECOMAECOM is the worldtrusted 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 $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.Freedom to Grow in a World of OpportunityYou will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youworking 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 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, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Wethe worldtrusted global infrastructure firm, and wethis together your growth and success are ours too.Join us, and youget 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 personpotential, and wehelp you reach yours.We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum\/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.