AECOM Bursary 2025-2026
About AECOM
AECOM is a global network of experts consisting of engineers, architects, planners, designers, construction and management professionals. They work collaboratively with colleagues, clients, and communities to develop and implement innovative solutions to complex global challenges. With headquarters in Los Angeles, California, USA, AECOM is known for its impressive ranking on the Fortune 500 list and being recognized as one of the “World’s Most Admired Companies.”
AECOM offers a bursary program to support students pursuing studies in the engineering and built environment fields.
About the Bursary Program
AECOM will award bursaries for studies in the following fields:
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Quantity Surveying
- Architecture
- Project Management
- Science
The bursary covers tuition fees and prescribed books, as well as practical training per university requirements during winter and/or summer vacations.
Bursary Renewability, Service Contract, and Selection
Bursaries are awarded for one year at a time and are renewable annually based on academic performance. Students must maintain a minimum average of 65%. After graduation, bursary recipients are required to work at AECOM, with one year of full-time employment required for each year of funding received.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and the final selection will take place by 30 November 2025-2026. Applicants not receiving feedback should consider their application unsuccessful.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet these minimum criteria:
- South African citizenship
- Currently in Matric or completed Matric
- Full-time study in one of the specified fields
- Studying at a recognized South African tertiary institution
- Minimum of 70% for Mathematics in Matric
- Minimum of 70% for Science in Matric
- Minimum overall average of 65% in the first year of tertiary studies
- Highly motivated
- Intention to pursue a career within the built environment sector
- No prior working experience required
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the AECOM Careers Page. Make sure to provide clear copies of the required supporting documents, as missing items will result in application disqualification.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is 31 August 2025-2026. Apply before this date to ensure your application is considered.
Contact Information
For queries about the bursary program, you can visit the AECOM contact page or refer to the Frequently Asked Questions on their website.
