Construction Intern

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

AECOM is seeking a high-school-level Construction Intern to be based in Denver, CO. 

This position is expected to begin in September 2024.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Internships are designed to introduce and build essential, hands-on skills that differ from those attained in the academic arena and help to enhance the transition from student to professional.
• Interns are assigned duties that will provide a broad, well-rounded learning experience within their field of study.
• Assist in establishing a safe working environment and safety culture.
• Fulfill mainly field responsibilities as assigned by the Field Coordinator which include reporting to the Field Supervisor, supporting the Field Observers with their daily tasks, conducting daily field observations of field activities including potholing, restoration, and pre-construction meetings, completing daily activity and other reports.
• Engage/follow up with customers professionally to obtain Consent Form Approval.
• Perform field reviews for constructability, tree conflict, task order/work area closeout, and warranty walks.
• Support the Construction Management Team with their daily tasks.
• Upload reports using various software.
• Perform QC on safety observations with the Field Coordinator.
• For the Field Coordinator's approval, assist with an initial review of contractor submittals (materials, RFIs, etc.).

Minimum Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in high school, third year or unless graduating and pursuing a higher degree.
• An interest in pursuing continuing education in Construction Management or Engineering.
• Due to the nature of work, US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in MS Office Programs
• OSHA 10 Certification (able to obtain during the internship).

• Relocation allowance is not available for this position.
• The primary office location will be the Denver Water Field Office, 555 Quivas Street, Denver, CO.
• This position is for September through December 2024.
• The position's focus is working in the field, alongside other Team members performing activities as outlined below.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the world’s trusted 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 Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working 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 culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – 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 and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get 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 person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.