Job Description

AECOM’s cost management services provide specialized expertise across project life cycles to reduce client risk, improve value and deliver positive outcomes in all sectors of the built environment. As a Cost Management Intern, you’ll gain exposure to both pre- and post-contract activities, supporting key commercial functions on a range of dynamic projects.

How you’ll make a difference:

- Assist with cost modelling and cost planning to support project budgeting and financial forecasting.
- Support procurement activities, including managing tender processes and documentation.
- Contribute to financial and due diligence reporting to inform project decision‑making.
- Help review and manage change control procedures to ensure commercial accuracy throughout project delivery.

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 Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or any related discipline.
- Commencement: Able to work full time hours from mid November 2026 – mid February 2027.
- Working Rights: You must have full working rights to work in Australia or Current Zealand before applying. We do accept candidates with student and graduate visas.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

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📌 Cost Management Intern (Nov 2026) (New South Wales)
🏢 AECO
📍 New South Wales