Job Description

We are looking for a Sustainability Intern to join our diverse Buildings + Places Sustainability team in Melbourne. This opportunity will work on a variety of projects including health, education, sports infrastructure, aviation, defence and datacentres.

How you’ll make a difference

- Contribute to achieving ambitious sustainability outcomes across a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects, helping shape more resilient built environments.
- Drive meaningful project impact by supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of sustainability-focused workstreams and key deliverables.
- Act as a connector and collaborator, using your communication and interpersonal skills to support both internal teams and client-facing work.
- Develop your skills through mentorship, learning from experienced team members while actively contributing to a team-oriented and inclusive team culture.

What Our Summer Internship Program Offers

- 12-week paid internship (mid-November to mid-February)
- Real project experience: Contribute to meaningful work and apply your university learning to real-world projects from day one.
- Exposure to iconic projects: Be part of projects that help shape communities, cities and infrastructure across Australia and New Zealand.
- AECOM Summer Series: Connect with senior leaders from across our business through an exclusive program of presentations providing insight into different career pathways and areas of expertise.
- Work alongside technical experts: Work alongside graduates, technical experts, and industry leaders.
- Be part of a global business:



Experience the benefits of working for a global consultancy, with opportunities to collaborate across teams, markets and geographies.
- Pathway to graduate employment: Successful interns may be considered for future graduate opportunities, providing a direct pathway into AECOM's Graduate Program.

Qualifications

- Summer Intern attributes: Interns who are curious and excited to apply their studies in a professional environment. You'll bring strong communication and teamwork skills, a positive and proactive attitude, adaptability, and a commitment to professionalism and integrity.
- Bachelor’s Degree: You must be in your penultimate year of a Bachelor's or Postgraduate degree in Engineering, Sustainability, the Built Environment or other relevant discipline.
- Commencement: Able to work full time hours from mid November 2026 – mid February 2027.
- Working Rights: Candidates must hold Australian citizenship and be eligible to obtain the required Defence Security Clearance for this role.

Recruitment Process

1. Submit Your Application: Complete the job application, uploading your resume, cover letter and the latest copy of your academic transcripts as one single document.
2. Interview: Attend a face‑to‑face interview at your local office.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in‑person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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📌 Sustainability Intern (Nov 2026) (Melbourne)
🏢 Aecom
📍 Melbourne