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 worldâs 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 outstanding 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.

Job Description

The team delivers a range of different projects working with funding agencies, national and local governments, highways authorities and private organisations. We are currently engaged in a variety of large to mega projects as well as smaller more intricate projects – all offering a broad spectrum of opportunities. Being multi-disciplinary projects, great opportunities to broaden horizons and gain holistic and all of project experience.

We are looking for a Graduate Civil Engineer to join our Highways team in Canberra.

How you’ll make a difference

- Contribute to projects across various stages—from concept design to construction and operation.
- Support design, project management, stakeholder engagement, and technical/site assurance activities




- Assist in developing innovative, sustainable solutions to meet diverse project challenges
- Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to deliver and maintain major roadway infrastructure projects.

What our Graduate Program offers

- Graduate Introduction: Kickstart connections with peers and leaders.
- Essential Consulting Skills: Master core consulting skills from day one.
- Networking and Learning: Grow your network and industry know-how.
- Mentoring and Career Support: Receive guidance from experienced professionals.
- Learning from Experts: Learn directly from industry leaders and specialists.
- Flexible Work Options: Work in a way that fits your life and wellbeing.
- Career Pathways: Get support to progress and step confidently into your next role.

For more information, visit our Early Careers website.

Qualifications

- Graduate Attributes: We’re seeking graduates with strong communication and teamwork skills, a proactive and adaptable mindset, and a commitment to professionalism and integrity.
- Bachelor’s Degree: You must be in your final year or completed a Bachelor’s or Postgraduate degree in Civil Engineering or any related discipline.
- Graduate Year: You must have completed your studies and have graduated before starting the program.
- Commencement:



You must be able to commence work by February 2027. We are open to mid-year finishers who are able to commence by July 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.

What sets us apart

We are the trusted global infrastructure leader.

Across the globe, we partner with our clients in the public and private sectors to solve their most complex challenges, pioneer innovative solutions and deliver a better world.

Our reputation is recognised globally. We are named the world’s top design firm and ranked #1 in Transportation, General Building, and Environmental Engineering by Engineering News-Record in 2025.

We are also honoured to be listed among Fortune’s “World’s Most Admired Companies” for the twelfth consecutive year and recognised as one of the 2025 World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for our commitment to integrity and creating positive impact.

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible

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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📌 2027 Graduate Civil Engineer (Canberra)
🏢 Aecom
📍 Canberra