Engineering assistant Jobs in Markham, ON

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Civil Engineering Intern to be based at one of our Greater Toronto Area locations. This position is for a newly created position.

This internship is expected to begin in the Summer of 2026 (May to August 2026).

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

Technical development and delivery of water and wastewater conveyance infrastructure in a municipal environment.

Design of civil systems associated with municipal water and / or wastewater.

Supporting constructability reviews.

Preparing documentation for design projects and reports.

Supporting construction cost estimates.

Supporting project specifications and contract documents.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or other related field and must have completed at least 3 years of study.

Candidates who have recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree and plan to continue with the master’s degree are also eligible to apply for this position.

Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their Bachelor’s 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

Comfortable working in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Experience with municipal water, wastewater and / or stormwater conveyance infrastructure projects

Design of new conveyance systems or condition assessment or rehabilitation of existing conveyance systems would be an asset

Experience with MicroStation, Civil 3D, or AutoCAD would be an asset.

Excellent attention to detail.

Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors and clients.

Additional Information

• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

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 aecom.com.

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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where 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. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.