AECOM is a global infrastructure leader and professional services firm delivering solutions across the project lifecycle. The Cost Management Intern will support cost management activities within the built environment, including cost planning, tendering, reporting, and change control.
Responsibilities
Assist with Cost Planning: Help with cost modelling and planning to support project budgeting and financial forecasting
Support Tendering Activities: Participate in managing tender processes and documentation to aid procurement efforts
Contribute to Reporting: Assist in preparing financial and due diligence reports that inform project decision-making
Help Manage Change Control: Support the review and management of change control procedures to ensure commercial accuracy throughout project delivery
Qualification
Required
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
You must be in your penultimate year of a Bachelor's or Postgraduate degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or any related discipline
Able to work full time hours from 16 November 2026 – 19 February 2027
You must have full working rights to work in New Zealand before applying
Preferred
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 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 graduates, technical experts, and industry leaders.
Opportunities to collaborate across teams, markets and geographies as part of a global business
Pathway to graduate employment: Successful interns may be considered for future graduate opportunities, providing a direct pathway into AECOM's Graduate Program.
Hybrid work arrangement
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.
Award-winning training and development programs designed to expand technical expertise and leadership skills
AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets.
