AECOM

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About the position Our Buildings + Places practice includes architecture, interiors, building and system engineering, urbanism, and planning (inclusive of landscape design), strategy +, economics, technology solutions, asset advisory, and cost and program management. This diverse team assists our clients from strategy through project realization, creating positive outcomes for those who occupy and use the buildings and environments we help to create. Our California studio focuses on the Commercial/Corporate, Science and Technology, Higher Education, and Federal market sectors. We look to combine beauty, sustainability, resiliency, equity, and innovation in our projects and believe these values can be instilled in any project regardless of size or budget. Some of our recent projects include tenant build-out spaces, a water reclamation office building and lab facility, a Joint Public Safety Training Center, Package distribution warehouses, and cutting-edge scientific research facilities. AECOM is seeking an Electrical Intern to be based in the San Diego, CA office. This position is expected to begin in Spring/Summer 2026. Internships at AECOM offer students in undergraduate and graduate programs the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in engineering, design, and infrastructure projects that make a real-world impact. Interns work with cutting-edge technology, learn industry best practices, and collaborate with experienced professionals in a globally recognized firm. The program fosters both technical and professional skill development while providing networking opportunities that can enhance future career prospects. Additionally, AECOM’s dedication to innovation and sustainability enables interns to contribute to meaningful projects that help shape communities and the built environment. Responsibilities • Support technical design (will be exposed to design work) • Provide support to internal project managers and engineers by assisting with project administration • Assist with the preparation of design review presentations with MS PowerPoint • Attend review meetings, keep minutes, and record action item tracking worksheets • Perform or support design verification and checkout activities Requirements • Candidates must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, and/or demonstrated equivalency of experience or education and must have completed at least three 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. Nice-to-haves • MS Project skills • Advanced level of Excel and Word skills • PowerPoint experience • AutoCAD experience • Knowledge of electrical design, power distribution system • Basic knowledge of electrical components and characteristics • Ability to effectively communicate ideas and collaborate with team members Benefits • AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options , well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.