Geospatial Data Scientist Intern - Networking Event with AECOM – Raleigh

Position Overview

AECOM is hosting an exclusive, invitation-only hiring event in Raleigh on January 28-29, 2026. The event kicks off Wednesday evening with a networking mixer from 6–8 pm, providing an opportunity to hear from AECOM staff about various projects, career paths, and the company itself, and to connect with other students, recent graduates, and professionals. On Thursday, interviews will be held at our Raleigh office.

Additionally, AECOM is actively seeking a creative, motivated, and highly talented Geospatial Data Scientist Intern for our Baltimore, Maryland office. The ideal candidate will have acquired upper-level knowledge in Geographic Information Systems and Data Science, and will support engineering and planning projects focused on water/wastewater utilities, surface transportation, aviation, and water resources. This position is expected to begin May 2026.

Compensation: USD 20 - USD 24 - hourly

Key Responsibilities

• Produce high quality, cartographically sound maps, graphics, and figures.
• Create, manage, edit, and maintain various types of GIS data, including spatial databases.
• Collect and manage field and survey data using mobile GPS equipment.
• Transfer data to/from GPS devices and post-process using differential correction.
• Perform QA/QC review of GIS data and compile metadata.
• Digitize, scan, and georeference maps, engineering drawings, and imagery.
• Automate mapping and geoprocessing tasks using Esri Model Builder and Python.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in a university program pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in GIS, Data Science, Environmental Science, or a related field, with the intent to continue after the internship (unless graduating).
• Candidates must have completed two years of study in their program.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License is required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices; as a condition of employment, the selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with desktop GIS software packages, including Esri’s ArcGIS suite (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and mobile applications).
• Experience creating, managing, editing, and manipulating spatial data in various formats.
• Experience working with spatial and non-spatial databases.
• Ability to work in both office and field settings.
• Ability and willingness to multi-task and work on many projects simultaneously in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, an employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and an employee stock purchase plan.