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Sustainable Infrastructure Intern

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AECOM

11d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Sustainability
    Architecture & Urban Planning
  • Orange
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must pursue a relevant bachelor's or master's degree, have analytical skills, Excel proficiency, and knowledge of GIS or statistical software. Experience in economic analysis is preferred.
  • You will assist in data collection, research, and information organization for projects, following senior staff instructions while meeting quality and schedule requirements.

Requirements

  • Minimum Requirements:
  • Candidates must be pursuing a bachelor’s program or higher in Economics, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Finance, Business, Real Estate, Environmental Science, or a related field and must have completed at least one year of study. Candidates who have recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree and plan to continue with the master’s degree are eligible to apply for these positions. Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelor’s degree in the most previous school term with an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline at the conclusion of the internship.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Currently enrolled in master’s degree program in Economics, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Business, Real Estate, Finance, Environmental Science or a related field
  • Experience conducting quantitative and qualitative economic analyses related to economic and community development, equity, public health, public finance, and/or resilience
  • Experience building cashflow models in Excel for real estate development projects
  • Ability to think critically, analyze policy and regulations, and write effectively
  • Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
  • Strong technical skills, including experience with one or more of the following software packages:
  • ArcGIS and other spatial analysis tools
  • Quantitative/statistical programs such as STATA, R, Python
  • Data sources such as Costar, EMSI, ESRI Business Analyst, BLS
  • Economic impact modeling tools such as RIMS II, IMPLAN, REMI

Responsibilities

  • Performing entry-level work on 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.
  • Limited exercise of judgment is required on details of work and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of methodology.
  • Interns will work alongside other interns and junior staff on collecting data, conducting research, and organizing and synthesizing information to address the opportunities and/or challenges posed by specific projects and efforts for both community-based regional and national clients.

FAQs

What is the location of the Sustainable Infrastructure Intern position?

The position is based in the Orange, CA office.

What are the minimum education requirements for this internship?

Candidates must be pursuing a bachelor's program or higher in Economics, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Finance, Business, Real Estate, Environmental Science, or a related field and must have completed at least one year of study.

When is this internship expected to begin?

The position is expected to begin in the summer of 2025.

Is relocation assistance available for this internship?

No, relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What type of projects will the intern be working on?

Interns will work alongside other interns and junior staff on collecting data, conducting research, and organizing and synthesizing information to address opportunities and challenges posed by specific projects for both community-based regional and national clients.

What software skills are preferred for candidates applying for this internship?

Preferred candidates should have strong technical skills, including experience with ArcGIS and other spatial analysis tools, quantitative/statistical programs such as STATA, R, or Python, and data sources such as Costar, EMSI, ESRI Business Analyst, and BLS.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this internship?

Yes, preferred qualifications include being currently enrolled in a master’s degree program in a relevant field, experience with economic analyses related to development, and the ability to build cashflow models in Excel.

What type of team will the intern be a part of?

The intern will be part of the Buildings + Places practice, which includes a diverse team focused on architecture, planning, engineering, and sustainability.

Will the intern have the opportunity to develop professional work knowledge and abilities?

Yes, the internship is designed to develop professional work knowledge and abilities through entry-level work on a variety of assignments.

Does AECOM offer benefits to interns?

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits, and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of employees, though specific benefits for interns may vary.

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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 $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022

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  • Collaborate

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  • Deliver

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  • Sustain

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  • Thrive

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Benefits

  • Bi-annual salary review while on the GDP

  • 25 days annual leave, plus all public holidays, and the opportunity to buy and sell holiday

  • Private medical insurance

  • Life assurance, income protection (permanent staff only)

  • Flexible benefits such as childcare vouchers and gym membership discount

  • Pension scheme that also gives you access to MyMoneyWorks, which is designed to help you plan for your future goals and provide guidance and information on a range of financial product

  • 15 days paid leave per annum for formally signed up reservists (AECOM is recognised as a Gold Employer by the Ministry of Defence for our work with the Armed Forces Covenant)