Graduate Sustainability Consultant

Our Sustainability and Resilience team specialises in helping communities adapt recover and thrive in the face of climate change. We focus on managing climate impacts improving resilience driving sustainable infrastructure development and supporting organisations on their journey to net zero. Working with sustainability leaders across Australia New Zealand and our global practice we deliver meaningful outcomes that contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future.

How youll make a difference

As a Graduate Consultant you will be a core part of our project teams supporting a wide variety of clients and industries. You will:

• Support the delivery of projects in climate adaptation and resilience infrastructure sustainability and net zero carbon management.
• Analyse complex data (quantitative and qualitative) to identify climate-related risks impacts and opportunities for clients.
• Conduct research data analysis and technical assessments to inform project recommendations and client strategies.
• Assist with client workshops stakeholder engagement and project meetings.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (including engineers planners economists and scientists) to develop innovative practical and sustainable solutions.
• Support Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and similar regulatory approval processes.
• Assist in preparing high-quality reports presentations and client deliverables that communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively.

The qualities that help you thrive

We encourage you to apply if you are studying or have completed a degree in areas such as:

• Commerce and Economics (e.g. Economics Finance Business Accounting)
• Engineering (e.g. Environmental Renewable Energy).
• Science (e.g. Climate Science Environmental Science Data Science Geography Hydrology).
• Planning Law (e.g. Urban Planning Public Policy Sustainability Environmental Law).

Wed be especially excited if your application shows engagement with topics like these whether through university units industry internships or volunteer experience:

• Climate Change Adaptation or Resilience
• ESG Reporting / TCFD / Climate-related Disclosures
• Carbon Accounting / Greenhouse Gas Management
• Sustainable Finance / Climate Economics
• Infrastructure Sustainability (ISC) or Green Star
• GIS Data Analysis or Environmental Modelling

What our Graduate Program offers

• 2-Year Graduate program: Kickstart your career in a flexible working environment.
• Graduate Induction: Participate in an event to meet fellow graduates and connect with leaders in the business.
• Transition to a Professional: Seamless transition into professional level role at the completion of the graduate program.
• Networking and Informative Opportunities: Engage in events hosted by our Connect Committee to expand your network and your knowledge.
• Mentoring Opportunities: Receive guidance and support from experienced professionals to help you achieve your career goals.
• Learn from Technical Experts: Enhance and share knowledge skills and ideas from industry leaders that are essential to career progression.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors Degree: You must be in your final year or completed a relevant Bachelors or Postgraduate degree.
• 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 2026. We are open to mid-year finishers who are able to commence by July 2026.

Additional Information :

Our 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. Online Assessment: Complete our global online strength-based assessment. 
3. Phone Screen: You may be invited to a phone screen with our Early Careers Recruitment team. 
4. Interview: Attend a face-to-face interview at your local office. 

Applications are reviewed as they come in and the role may close earlier than expected so if this opportunity sounds like you we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.  

Ready to push the limits of whats 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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Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity diversity and inclusion a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time