Electrical Engineering Intern - Transmission & Distribution (Nov 2026)

Electrical Engineering Intern - Transmission & Distribution (Nov 2026) Intern State/Province: Wellington Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM New Zealand Limited Business Line: Energy Work Location Model: Hybrid Operating Group: International Primary Location: NZ - Wellington As an Electrical Engineering Intern within our Transmission & Distribution team, you will support primary and secondary substation design across Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), gaining exposure to the breadth of T&D electrical engineering so you can explore your interests and potential career path with us. You will work alongside a supportive, experienced team and high‑calibre clients, assisting with substation electrical design tasks and studies such as grounding, lightning protection, and introductory power systems analysis. Each week will bring new learning opportunities and real project experience. How you’ll make a difference: Assist with substation primary/secondary design inputs and draft brief sections of reports/specifications under guidance. Assist with the development of substation models and undertake simulations for primary electrical studies using specialised software packages. Join supervised site visits and basic testing (e.g., soil resistivity), then capture and organise field data for design use. Providing construction support during the build phase while collaborating across multiple disciplines to deliver projects. Supporting project delivery by preparing budget estimates and ensuring outputs meet time, quality, and cost 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. 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 Engineering. Commencement: Able to work full time hours from 16 November 2026 – 19 February 2027. Working Rights: You must have full working rights to work in New Zealand before applying. Equal Opportunity & Inclusive Hiring Statement 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr