Summer Placement Civil Engineer (Rail) 2027

Railway engineering is one of the most important ways that AECOM delivers a better world. We work on major complex and challenging railway infrastructure projects that increase urban and inter-city mobility for millions of people. AECOM is a global innovator in high-speed and urban transportation. Recent projects include major track improvements for the Southern Renewals Enterprise in Englands busiest passenger corridors the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Western Rail Link (Hung Shui Kiu-Qianhai) the Elephant & Castle Station capacity upgrade in London and key design and asset protection services for Network Rail frameworks across the UK.

Our Summer Placement Programme provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience on real projects while working alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams. You will develop technical professional and collaborative skills in a supportive environment and gain an insight into a career in Rail Civil Engineering.

Job Responsibilities

During your placement you will have the opportunity to:

• Support the development of rail civil engineering designs and project deliverables.
• Assist with integrating engineering designs from other railway disciplines including signalling electrification and permanent way.
• Support the planning of construction and commissioning activities to minimise disruption to passengers and the public.
• Contribute to designs that promote sustainable outcomes during construction and throughout the asset lifecycle.
• Assist in developing designs that are safe to build operate and maintain.
• Support the preparation of concept and outline design proposals for rail maintenance renewal and enhancement projects.
• Assist with the inspection assessment and design of bridges and other railway structures.
• Undertake engineering analysis and calculations under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Contribute to railway station and urban realm projects including platforms concourses and footbridges.
• Use industry-standard engineering software and BIM tools to support project delivery.
• Participate in project meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications :

• Currently studying towards a BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering (or a related discipline).
• Expected to achieve a 2:1 classification or above (or equivalent).
• An interest in railway engineering and transportation infrastructure.
• Rail-related modules or previous rail experience would be advantageous.
• Enthusiastic hard-working and keen to learn.
• Good Microsoft Office skills including Word Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to organise and prioritise work effectively.
• Demonstrates initiative curiosity and a willingness to solve problems.

Additional Information :

• Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible since CVs will be reviewed and candidates selected on a rolling recruitment basis for either immediate or advanced offer start.    
• You may include a covering letter with your application. If available please provide your predicted and/or obtained academic grades as well as details of the dates you are able to work and the locations you are interested in.
• You must have the right to work in the UK. 

Training and Support
Youll gain invaluable experience supported by mentors and technical experts with a structured development framework to help you grow and thrive.

We celebrate diversity including neurodiversity and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process please contact us at

At AECOM we value everyones unique contributions and perspectives. If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us we would be delighted to hear from you!

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. 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.

About AECOM

AECOM is the worlds 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 $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at and @AECOM.

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 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 benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. 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.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address   if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract