Environmental Co-Op - Summer/Fall 2025

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology Co-op for employment in the Chelmsford or Boston, MA office.  This is a temporary position anticipated to be for July through December 2025. AECOM is searching for candidates that have the ability to be a role model, be client-focused, be impactful, and be decisive. 

Imagine working on rewarding projects within a diverse culture, and having access to exceptional training and career development opportunities. Working at AECOM means being part of a global team, working with award-winning professionals across the world. Aspire to be a key player on some of the best projects regionally, with opportunities to work on projects nationally or internationally. Our people bring deep industry knowledge to help you succeed.

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

• Utilize basic scientific principles, theories, practices and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems with limited scope.
• Conduct field assignments such as: soil, groundwater, surface water and soil-gas/indoor air sampling, well surveying, construction/subcontractor oversight, soil/bedrock drilling oversight, among others.
• Collect and enter data, and apply technical principles and theories.
• Interpret and record data, conduct analyses, compare findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations to ensure compliance, generate reports/workplans and other technical writings.
• Work under supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member and in collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.

Minimum Requirements:

• Currently in pursuit of Bachelor's degree in relevant scientific discipline (e.g., environmental engineering, geology, environmental science, or any other scientific related field).
• Must have completed two years of study.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A current Northeastern University student planning for a summer/fall 2025 co-op, who has more than one year of school remaining before earning a degree preferred. Successful interns may be eligible to return for additional internships.
• Knowledge of environmental data collection, identification, investigation, and data entry
• Technical writing skills
• OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training

• Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. 
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future 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 2024. 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.