Job Information
AECOM Planning Intern in New Orleans, Louisiana
Company Description
At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.
We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.
Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – over 50,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.
Job Description
AECOM is seeking a Planning Intern to be based in New Orleans, LA .
This position is expected to begin in Summer 2023.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
Internships are designed to introduce and build essential, hands-on skills that differ from those attained in the academic arena and help to enhance the transition from student to professional.
Interns are assigned duties that will provide a broad, well-rounded learning experience within their field of study
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Pursing a degree in urban planning, transportation, geography, public policy, or related area of study
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated interest in multi-modal transportation planning and analysis, including analyzing and recommending solutions for urban transportation issues
Knowledge of the principles and practices of planning, research and data collection
Analytical skills to interpret research data for reports and apply statistical techniques in practical situations
Oral communication and interpersonal skills to explain planning concepts clearly to clients and the public
Presentation skills to synthesize data and research into compelling reports and graphics
Capable of multi-tasking and working in a fast-paced environment, including an ability to prioritize and meet task deadlines
Strong command of the written and spoken English language
Fast learner who is open to learning new concepts, specializations and software programs
Knowledge of using GIS for spatial analysis
Knowledge in developing and presenting illustrative reports and graphics utilizing Adobe CS or other graphics software packages.
Additional Information
Relocation is not available for this position.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
With infrastructure investment accelerating worldwide, our services are in great demand, and there’s never been a better time to be at AECOM! 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.
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.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
Join us and let’s get started.
ReqID: J10085999
Business Line: Transportation
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: West
Career Area: Planning
Work Location Model: On-Site