ICT & Security Engineering Intern (Nov 2026)

Company Description _“I work for AECOM because they cover a broad engineering landscape which challenges our engineering and consultancy skills through the best B+P projects both nationally and internally. The depth of skill and knowledge across the regions means anything is possible.” –_ _Sean O’Leary, Practice Leader, Building Services VIC + SA_ Come grow with us. Our Buildings and Places team combines urban planning, building design, and engineering expertise to create sustainable, livable, and equitable cities. With a portfolio of iconic, award-winning buildings and landscapes, we deliver projects from strategic planning to completion, fostering connections between people and place. Focused on innovation and digital capabilities, we ensure efficiency and scalability across urbanism, architecture, engineering, and project management. We work across diverse sectors - social infrastructure, transit, technology, commercial real estate - delivering high-performance facilities that promote long-term health and wellbeing. With cutting-edge technology and a global network, we tackle complex challenges to shape the built environment. Everyone belongs at AECOM. We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be aFortune 500 Most Admired Company , aWGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality , # Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and anAWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer . Job Description Join our ICT & Security team to support the design and management of integrated information, communication technology and security solutions. You will help design and support secure, efficient communication networks across sectors such as Defence, Data Centres, Network and communication systems, Space, Commercial, Hospitals, Highways, Rail & Metro, and Airports. How you’ll make a difference

• Support the design and implementation of ICT systems, including structured cabling, active networks, WLAN, IPTV, audio-visual systems, video conferencing, and intercoms.
• Assist in developing and integrating security systems such as CCTV, access control, intruder alarms, perimeter intrusion detection, and Type 1A security alarm systems.
• Assist with site assessments and support the installation and testing of ICT and security systems.
• Contribute to the development of technical specifications, proposals, and technical documentation for clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams to help achieve project objectives.

What Our Summer Internship Program Offers

• 12-week paid internship (mid-November to mid-February)
• Real project experience: Contribute to meaningful work and apply your university learning to real-world projects from day one.
• Exposure to iconic projects: Be part of projects that help shape communities, cities and infrastructure across Australia and New Zealand.
• AECOM Summer Series: Connect with senior leaders from across our business through an exclusive program of presentations providing insight into different career pathways and areas of expertise.
• Work alongside technical experts: Work alongside graduates, technical experts, and industry leaders.
• Be part of a global business: Experience the benefits of working for a global consultancy, with opportunities to collaborate across teams, markets and geographies.
• Pathway to graduate employment: Successful interns may be considered for future graduate opportunities, providing a direct pathway into AECOM's Graduate Program.

Qualifications

• Summer Intern attributes:  Interns who are curious and excited to apply their studies in a professional environment. You'll bring strong communication and teamwork skills, a positive and proactive attitude, adaptability, and a commitment to professionalism and integrity.
• Bachelor’s Degree: You must be in your penultimate year of a Bachelor's or Postgraduate degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, with electives in Security, Networking or Telecommunication.
• Commencement:  Able to work full time hours from mid November 2026 – mid February 2027.
• Working Rights: You must have full working rights to work in Australia or New Zealand before applying. We do accept candidates with student and graduate visas.

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.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 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. Learn more about life at AECOM: LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram, X, YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more! 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._ AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/. About AECOM 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 $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com 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 you’re 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. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you’ll 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 person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. ReqID: REF59313D Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places Business Group: DCS Strategic Business Unit: ANZ Career Area: Engineering Work Location Model: Hybrid