AECOM, a global leader in infrastructure consulting, is inviting UAE Nationals (with خلاصة القيد) to apply for the position of Graduate Transport Planner as part of its 2026 Graduate Program under the Fursa Program. This on-site role is located in Dubai and is a unique opportunity for recent graduates to join a world-renowned firm working on high-impact infrastructure and urban mobility projects.

As a Graduate Transport Planner, you will support AECOM’s multidisciplinary Transport Planning Team, contributing to the planning, modelling, and implementation of sustainable transport solutions across the Middle East. You’ll be part of a collaborative team shaping cities and enhancing transport systems from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with data collection, analysis, and transport model development using various tools.

• Contribute to the planning and evaluation of transport strategies and masterplans.

• Support report writing, presentations, and proposal development.

• Participate in client meetings and inter-disciplinary workshops.

• Gain hands-on training across multiple areas including:

  • Strategic Multi-Modal Transport Modelling

  • Transport Impact Assessments & Policy

  • Demand Forecasting & Network Planning

  • Traffic Capacity Analysis & Parking Studies

  • ITS and Freight Planning

  • Road Safety & Micro Simulation Studies

Training & Development:
Successful candidates will benefit from AECOM’s award-winning development programs, including a dedicated graduate orientation, cross-functional learning, and direct mentorship by industry leaders. AECOM emphasizes learning, career advancement, and professional excellence.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Geography, or a related field

• Must be a recent graduate (Class of 2024 or 2025)

• Minimum GPA of 2.8 or above (or equivalent)

• UAE Nationality with a valid family book (خلاصة القيد)

Minimum Requirements:

• Coursework or interest in transport planning or traffic engineering

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn in a dynamic environment

Recruitment Timeline:

• Applications Open: April 23, 2025

• Applications Close: May 23, 2025

• Interviews: May – June 2025

• Start Date: September 2025 (early joining considered)

• Program Orientation: October 2025

Why Join AECOM:

• Be part of a Fortune 500 company with $16.1B in revenue (FY2024)

• Work on global projects with a mission to build a better world

• Access to competitive benefits, training programs, and career growth

• Inclusive workplace that values diversity and individual potential

Start your career where it matters. Join AECOM and help transform the future of mobility and infrastructure across the UAE.