Construction Intern

Company Description

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 nearly 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.

Job Description

AECOM Hunt is seeking a Construction Intern to be based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

This position is expected to begin in the Summer of 2024.

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

• Performs a variety of assignments designed to develop professional work knowledge and abilities, requiring the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out tasks.
• Follows instructions to accomplish tasks assigned by senior staff.
• Meets required schedules while producing quality work.
• Interns are assigned duties that will provide a broad, well-rounded learning experience within their field of study.

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.

CM—AECOM Hunt

Founded in 1944, AECOM Hunt has earned a reputation for being unconditionally client-focused – delivering construction projects on schedule and within budget, no matter the scope. From iconic stadiums and arenas to next-gen transportation hubs to sustainable healthcare and academic buildings, AECOM Hunt deploys the latest technologies, industry-leading safety best practices, and highest ethical standards on every project. AECOM Hunt has proven time and again to be industry pioneers in delivering the most challenging projects by emphasizing quality and skill-utilization in all that we do. As evidenced by our long list of repeat clients, we focus on specific needs to create strong relationships and consistently exceed expectations.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in a university program pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a similar field with the intent to continue after the internship, unless graduating. 
• Candidates must have completed one year of study in their program.
• Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Valid state or federally issued picture identification required to obtain a security badge for access to the project site.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working for a large general contractor.
• Previous relevant internship experience.
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, and Outlook) as well as exposure to construction-based computer programs.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation assistance may be offered for this position.
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• In order to receive a security badge at the client worksite for which you are being hired to perform services, you will need to pass a 10-year criminal history screening and be fingerprinted, both of which will be done after you have commenced employment and are conditions of your continued employment. 
• Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The hourly range for this position typically is $14.00 - $25.00/hr. 
• 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 absences, 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.

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