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4.2
  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

AECOM Graduate Programs & Internships

  • Engineering Consulting

Hiring Graduates with a range of degrees including Engineering, Maths, IT & Computer Sciences; Property & Built Environment, Environmental Science, Business/Commerce, Communications, Construction (Quantity Surveying)

We all leave a legacy. What will yours be?  

We are a team of over 56,000 specialists working across 7 continents to deliver some of the world’s most influential and transformational infrastructure projects. 

Applications open on 1st March 2022, and close on 29th March 2022.

Along with our clients and partners, we have one goal: to leave a positive, lasting impact on people and our planet. We’re driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.   

At AECOM you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity 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. You will be encouraged to bring your unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients, whilst being supported to develop your professional and technical skills.   

When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future.  

Our clients count on us to think without limits, partnering with them on projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, governments, the public realm, energy and the environment, with the purpose to build legacies for generations to come. Graduates – with their fresh thinking and passion for reimagining what’s possible – are critical to our success.  

Our Graduate Program 

Our Growing Professional Skills (GPS) graduate program is designed to help you bridge the gap between formal education and the workplace. The program is spread across two years, drawing on a range of personal development activities, exposure to other graduates and business leaders, and a range of topics designed to grow your business and professional skills. 

Along with local site visits, technical seminars, mentoring, and internal and external training, AECOM connects you with leading local and global networks that help you learn, grow, and develop. 

As an added incentive, your involvement in the GPS program is fully endorsed for those seeking Professional accreditation. If you decide to do additional studies, we will help you examine your options and identify areas of specialisation to support you in your career. 

We are excited to be seeking applicants from a wide range of disciplines  

The career opportunities at AECOM are endless! As you progress through our recruitment process, you will be prompted to choose your preferred role and location, along with a second and third choice.  

ANZ Graduate Development Program 2021

We value diversity

AECOM is an equal opportunity employer and our Australian business is one of 106 organisations to receive a citation from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as an employer of choice for gender equality. We have also made a public commitment to help close the gap between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and other Australians through our Reconciliation Action Plan

Recruitment Process

  • Application
    Initial application will be required, where you will upload your resume, cover letter and complete some questions asking for basic information. Make sure you download our opportunities document when completing this step - it will be useful later in the process
  • Create an account with Cappfinity
    Next you will be required to create an account with Cappfinity and complete a more in-depth application form including selection of preferred role.
  • Situational Online Assessment 
    If you meet our basic criteria following the completion of the Cappfinity application form, you will be invited to complete an online assessment which has been designed for AECOM. (You will be provided approx. 4 days to complete)
  • One-Way Video Interview 
    Should you meet our requirements, you will be invited to complete a one-way video interview. (You will be provided approx. 4 days to complete)
  • Assessment Centre 
    If successful, you will be invited to participate in either an in-person or virtual assessment centre, which will provide an opportunity to hear more about AECOM, the team and the role.

Remuneration & Career Growth

Numerous benefits and opportunities including:

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • ANZ wide Connect (young professionals) committee
  • Peer reward and recognition
  • Service milestone awards
  • Paid parental and partner leave
  • Options to purchase additional leave
  • Competitive renumeration
  • Salary packaging
  • Gym rebates and more

Graduate Reviews

Overall Score
4.2
Overall score based on 59 reviews
They Score Best in…
9
Diversity
8.8
Office Work Environment
8.2
Corporate Social Responsibility
8.2
Recruitment
9
Diversity
8.8
Office Work Environment
8.2
Corporate Social Responsibility
8.2
Recruitment
What Graduates Say About Them
  • Flexibility to take time off
  • Diversity of work and all the people are great to work with. company seems to win lots of work
  • The opportunities afforded to me as a young engineer. Working with a great team of motivated professionals.
  • Multi discipline and international company
  • Flexible time and working arrangement, good working environment.
  • Be prepared for significant changes in processes and procedures. Although this can be viewed as a positive, as it is a reflection of the importance the company places on developing these.
  • Too many levels of management
  • Clunky Processes/Systems. the inertia that comes with a company of this scale
  • High pressure
  • The fluctuating working hours

Jobs & Opportunities

Locations With Jobs & Opportunities
  • Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Canberra, Darwin, Gold Coast, Newcastle, Mackay, Maroochydore, Melbourne, Perth, Rockhampton, Sydney, Townsville
Hiring candidates with qualifications in
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Business & Management
C
Creative Arts
E
Engineering & Mathematics
F
Food, Hospitality & Personal Services
H
Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences
I
IT & Computer Science
L
Law, Legal Studies & Justice
P
Property & Built Environment
S
Sciences
Current Jobs & Opportunities

Graduate Job

Adelaide, SA
AECOM is seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer to grow our team in Adelaide to support existing the projects and pursue the exciting opportunities ahead.
Applications Close
27 Oct 2023
Start Date
19 Feb 2024
Salary
AUD 76,000 including superannuation

Graduate Job

Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Canberra, Darwin, Mackay, Melbourne, Newcastle, Perth, Sydney, Townsville
Deliver a Better World with AECOM.  You’ll work in a dynamic and inclusive environment where we will champion your integrity and innovative mindset.
Applications Close
29 Mar 2024
Start Date
19 Feb 2025
Salary
AUD 76,000 - 82,000

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Yes, AECOM accepts and encourages applications from international students in Australia.

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Does AECOM hire international students?

Yes, AECOM accepts and encourages applications from international students in Australia.