AECOM is inviting applications from currently enrolled National Diploma students in Civil Engineering who need to complete their P1 and/or P2 practical training. Based in AECOM’s Enterprise Capabilities office in Centurion, this internship offers exposure to a live, complex infrastructure project under the guidance of a qualified supervisor, within a flexible hybrid work arrangement.

About Enterprise Capabilities

Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare, central to its Think and Act Globally strategy. With over 3,000 technical professionals across nine countries, EC partners with regional and global project teams to provide technical expertise and help fill capability gaps on projects of all sizes.

What You’ll Be Exposed To

Under the supervision of a qualified Civil Engineer, interns will gain hands-on exposure to:

• Project familiarisation, including design documentation and AECOM’s quality management system
• Civil engineering fundamentals covering earthworks, materials, and structural principles applied to dam and associated infrastructure design
• Drafting and detailing, assisting with basic engineering drawings and schedules
• Site exposure to contextualise design decisions, where applicable
• Technical reporting, including data capture and document management
• Health, safety, and environmental requirements specific to the project

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a National Diploma in Civil Engineering at a recognised University of Technology
• Must require P1 and/or P2 practical training as a formal component of the qualification
• Good academic standing, with most recent transcripts submitted alongside the application
• No prior work experience required; tertiary-level knowledge is sufficient
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; exposure to AutoCAD or Civil 3D is advantageous
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English
• Availability for the full 6- or 12-month placement duration, as confirmed by the University of Technology

Additional Information

A monthly stipend will be provided in line with the CIDB Standard for Developing Skills Through Infrastructure Contracts (April 2026). This opportunity is strictly for the Centurion office in Gauteng.

How to Apply

Send the following documents to SARecruitment@aecom.com:

• Updated Curriculum Vitae
• Certified copies of academic transcripts/results
• SA ID copy
• Letter from the University of Technology confirming the P1/P2 practical training requirement and placement duration

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please note your application will be shared with a third party.

About AECOM

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, delivering solutions in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings for public- and private-sector clients worldwide. A Fortune 500 firm with $16.1 billion in revenue in fiscal year 2025, AECOM offers comprehensive benefits and award-winning training and development programmes designed to build the career you’ve envisioned, within a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and community.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, AECOM believes in your potential and is committed to helping you achieve it.

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