Application Guide

How to Apply for Communications Coordinator

at AECOM

🏢 About AECOM

AECOM stands out as a global leader in sustainable infrastructure and environmental solutions, focusing on creating lasting positive impacts through innovative projects. Working here means contributing to meaningful work that addresses global challenges like climate change and urbanization, within a company that values technical excellence and social responsibility.

About This Role

This Communications Coordinator role is central to fostering internal engagement at AECOM by managing newsletters via Poppulo, curating intranet content, and developing stories that align with the company's sustainability mission. Your work will directly support a cohesive internal culture across remote UK teams, ensuring employees stay informed and connected to AECOM's strategic goals.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start by checking Poppulo analytics to assess newsletter performance, then collaborating with UK-based teams via video calls to gather story ideas for the intranet. You'd spend time editing articles, updating intranet content for accuracy, and planning future communications that highlight AECOM's sustainable projects, all while ensuring messages resonate with a remote, global workforce.

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🎯 Who AECOM Is Looking For

  • Has hands-on experience with Poppulo or similar internal comms platforms (e.g., for building, targeting, and testing newsletters)
  • Demonstrates strong editorial skills with examples of crafting clear, engaging content for internal audiences
  • Is a proactive relationship-builder who can collaborate with diverse stakeholders in a global, remote-friendly environment
  • Shows enthusiasm for AECOM's sustainability focus and can translate technical projects into compelling internal narratives

📝 Tips for Applying to AECOM

1

Highlight specific experience with Poppulo—mention metrics like open rates or engagement improvements if possible

2

Tailor your resume to show how you've managed intranet content or internal newsletters in past roles, emphasizing accuracy and relevance

3

Research AECOM's recent projects (e.g., sustainable infrastructure initiatives) and reference them to show alignment with their mission

4

Demonstrate remote collaboration skills by mentioning tools like Slack or Teams used in previous internal comms roles

5

Include a portfolio link or samples of internal communications you've developed, focusing on clarity and stakeholder engagement

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Explain your experience with Poppulo and how you've used it to improve internal communications in past roles", 'Describe your approach to developing internal stories by engaging stakeholders, with an example of a successful article or campaign', "Connect your passion for sustainability or infrastructure to AECOM's work, showing you understand their impact-driven culture", 'Highlight your ability to work remotely while building strong relationships across teams, emphasizing reliability and enthusiasm']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore AECOM's recent sustainability reports or projects (e.g., their 'Sustainable Legacies' strategy) to understand their environmental commitments
  • → Review their UK-specific initiatives or news to tailor your application to regional context and remote work culture
  • → Look into their internal communications channels or social media to gauge their tone and content style for employees
  • → Study their corporate values and how they emphasize innovation in infrastructure, as this may inform internal messaging priorities

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through your process for creating and distributing a newsletter using Poppulo, including how you target and test content
2 How would you handle developing a story about a complex infrastructure project for a non-technical internal audience?
3 Describe a time you improved intranet content based on feedback or analytics—what changes did you make and why?
4 How do you prioritize and manage relationships with multiple stakeholders in a remote setting?
5 What interests you about AECOM's sustainability focus, and how would you communicate that internally to engage employees?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting generic applications without mentioning Poppulo or specific internal comms tools—this role requires platform expertise
  • Focusing solely on external communications experience without highlighting internal stakeholder engagement or intranet management
  • Overlooking AECOM's sustainability angle—failing to connect your skills to their mission can make you seem misaligned with company culture

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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