Electrical Engineering Intern

AECOM is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to join our Roanoke VA office. This role is designed for a student who has completed three years of study and is ready to apply their coursework to real building and infrastructure projects. You will work alongside licensed engineers and designers build practical design and coordination skills and see how projects move from concept to construction.

This position is expected to begin in May 2027.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Assist with electrical design tasks under the guidance of engineers and project managers
• Prepare basic calculations sketches and markups for electrical plans details and diagrams
• Draft and update electrical drawings using Revit and AutoCAD
• Collect organize and summarize project data including equipment information code requirements and site conditions
• Support the preparation of reports technical narratives specifications and meeting notes
• Assist with quantity takeoffs and review of shop drawings and RFIs alongside senior staff
• Participate in site visits and construction observation when opportunities arise
• Coordinate with other disciplines on the team to support project delivery
• Work within project schedules safety expectations and quality standards

Areas of Exposure
You will not be expected to know these coming in. Depending on project needs you may gain exposure to:

• Power distribution (low and medium voltage) transformers and switchboards
• Emergency and standby power including generators and UPS systems
• Lighting design and lighting controls
• Grounding lightning protection overcurrent protection and surge protection
• Fire alarm and building electrical systems
• Electrical analysis software such as SKM ETAP and AGi32

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field and must have completed at least 3 years of study. Candidates who have recently graduated with a Bachelors degree and plan to continue with the Masters degree are eligible to apply for these positions.  Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelors 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:

• Interest in building systems power distribution or infrastructure projects
• Ability to work well in a team
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Attention to detail and a willingness to learn
• Ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Prior exposure to Revit AutoCAD or similar design tools
• Coursework or project experience in power systems circuits or electrical design
• Prior internship co-op or hands-on technical experience
• Experience and interest in using AI assistants to help write scripts build spreadsheets or small tools or streamline repetitive engineering tasks with good judgment about verifying the results

Additional Information :

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• This position requires a hybrid work schedule which includes in office work in Roanoke VA.  The selected candidate must be available to work in Roanoke VA on a scheduled basis. 

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 proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Intern