AECOM is hosting an exclusive, invitation-only hiring event in Atlanta, GA November 5th and 6th. This is a great opportunity to learn and connect with AECOM for career opportunities starting Spring/Summer 2027.
The event kicks off on Thursday evening with a networking mixer from 6-8 pm,where you can hear from AECOM staff about various projects, career paths, and the company itself. You’ll also have the chance to meet other students, recent graduates, and AECOM professionals from across our business lines.
On Friday, interviews will take place at our Atlanta office. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about and connect with AECOM for early career opportunities.
AECOM is seeking a motivated and analytical Engineering/Data Analytics Intern to support transportation operations, quality assurance, and engineering initiatives associated with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT).
This position offers hands-on experience in data analytics, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), traffic operations, quality management, and process improvement. The intern will collaborate with engineers, analysts, and transportation professionals to evaluate operational performance, develop data-driven solutions, and identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who demonstrates curiosity, initiative, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and challenge existing processes.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
1. Data Analytics & Visualization
- Collect, validate, and analyze operational datasets to identify trends, performance gaps, and improvement opportunities.
- Support the development and optimization of Power BI dashboards, data dictionaries, and performance reporting tools.
- Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and translate complex data into actionable insights for leadership and stakeholders.
2. Quality Assurance & Process Improvement
- Support quality audits of TMC operator calls, communications, and operational activities to evaluate compliance with established procedures.
- Assist in reviewing reports, dashboards, and other deliverables for accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
- Identify opportunities to automate repetitive workflows and improve efficiency using tools such as Python, Excel, and Power Query.
3. Transportation Operations & Lane Closure Analysis
- Analyze traffic data, including speeds, volumes, travel times, and congestion trends, to evaluate the impacts of lane closures and traffic incidents.
- Support incident performance evaluations, including verification, response, and clearance times.
- Assist in preparing After-Action Reports (AARs), operational assessments, and data-driven recommendations.
4. ITS Engineering & QPL-48 Support
- Assist in reviewing ITS product applications for GDOT's Qualified Products List (QPL-48), including technical documentation, specifications, and compliance matrices.
- Support product evaluation tracking, field testing coordination, and engineering documentation.
- Gain exposure to ITS technologies, including CCTV cameras, dynamic message signs, radar, LiDAR, and communications equipment.
5. Project Collaboration, Stakeholder Engagement & Professional Development
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on engineering assessments, performance reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Gain exposure to professional communication and coordination with government agency representatives, engineers, contractors, vendors, and other project stakeholders.
- Develop effective written and verbal communication skills through technical discussions, project meetings, presentations, and client-facing interactions.
- Participate in operational shadowing at the TMC to better understand transportation management workflows.
- Take ownership of assigned tasks, communicate findings, and contribute innovative ideas to improve existing processes.