Graduate Engineer Programme
The Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) Graduate Engineer Programme is a Scheme "A" training programme accredited by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE). The programme helps graduate engineers acquire the qualifications to become professional engineers, and provides them with excellent all-round exposure to various airport engineering systems/projects through on-the-job training and attachment.
The programme aims to develop a pool of home-grown professional engineers with the specific skills and experience necessary to implement and operate the Airport Authority’s (AA) sophisticated, mission-critical systems, and meet HKIA's future development needs.
Training Curriculum
During the programme*, graduate engineers undergo intensive classroom, e-learning and on-the-job training, and take on job assignments in a variety of technical functions, which may include secondment to external consultants.
Graduate engineers are guided under the supervision of an engineering supervisor and a training tutor throughout the programme, which equips them with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required under HKIE Scheme "A", allowing them to assume technical and management responsibilities at HKIA.
| General Training Activities | Building Services / Electrical / Electronic / Mechanical Engineering Streams (2-year programme) | Civil Engineering Stream (3-year programme) |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate Induction | 1 week | 1 week |
| Departmental Induction / General Professional Fundamentals | 6 weeks | 9 weeks |
| Design Practices / Project Programming / Procurement | 51 weeks | 62 weeks |
| Tender Preparation and Evaluation / Contract Administration | 22 weeks | 24 weeks |
| Specific Project Attachment / Other Skills | 24 weeks | 60 weeks |
* The two-year programme is applicable to graduates entering the Building Services, Electrical, Electronic and Mechanical Engineering streams. The programme for Civil Engineering graduates lasts three years.
The Person
We welcome university graduates with the following attributes and competencies to apply:
- A major in Building Services / Civil / Electrical / Electronic / Mechanical Engineering
- Strong analytical, planning and problem-solving skills with good business acumen
- Team players with good communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese. Knowledge of Putonghua is preferred.
Career Progression
Graduate engineers receive professional training in a range of disciplines to develop their long-term careers at HKIA, following a progressive career plan designed to ensure their ongoing personal and professional growth.
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Stanley To (Senior Manager, Technical Systems)
“Engineer the Future: Join us to build the Airport City”
I vividly recall starting my career at HKIA around 20 years ago. The airport island, a vast expanse of reclaimed land, housed the Passenger Terminal Building (now Terminal 1) and the mission-critical North and South Runways, boosting Hong Kong’s tourism and economy at the 07/25 orientations.
Read MoreOver two years of HKIE Scheme A training as a Graduate Engineer at Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK), I was immersed in design principles, research studies, system resilience, maintenance considerations, project management, budget estimation, and technology development. This comprehensive training experience equipped me with a solid foundation across various engineering domains, paving the way for my development as a professional engineer.
My journey progressed through various engineering and management roles, during which I contributed to projects such as modifying the airport design for the A380, refurbishing airport systems, constructing EV charging infrastructure, developing the Airport Digital Twin, commissioning the Three-runway System, and pioneering autonomous vehicle systems. This unique array of experiences provides a perspective that can only be gained in the airport environment.
Working at AAHK has been filled with excitement, challenges, and rewards. The airport is not only an engineering marvel crafted by international designers and enriched by local professionals, it is also a dynamic incubator where engineers can develop, innovate, and unleash their potential.
Together, let’s engineer the future Airport City with your ideas and participation.
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Boris Kwan (Project Engineer, Electrical & Mechanical)
“Excitement lies ahead with AAHK’s Airport City vision”
The AA’s Graduate Engineer Programme offers graduates unparalleled exposure to some of the most complex engineering systems in Hong Kong as well as opportunities to participate in state-of-the-art construction projects within the ever expanding airport footprint.
Read MoreAA has tailored a comprehensive training scheme to ensure its graduates extract the most out of the intensive training period in a bid to nurture future leaders to propel HKIA forward. Looking back to where I began, I am grateful to have been involved in the day-to-day operation and system enhancement initiatives of the unique Baggage Handling and Automated People Mover system. In addition to the opportunity to work with seasoned professionals, I cannot stress enough the significance of having former programme graduates – some of whom being esteemed industry leaders, to act as my mentors on both career and personal development. This complete package is exactly what differentiates this graduate programme from others.
Engineering is about creating real value for the society and a better world for humanity. I appreciate the opportunity for me to contribute to the SkyBridge and soon-to-be-ready Automated Car Parks projects - just a few of the many iconic developments under AAHK’s belt, with the aspiration to transform the airport island into an airport city. If you are excited about working in an innovative and dynamic environment and are an individual who embraces challenges, come join us by applying the Graduate Engineer Programme!
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Winky Poon (Graduate Engineer)
"A remarkable and extraordinary journey that propelled my career to new heights"
The comprehensive array of on-the-job training provided me with a holistic view of landside and airside infrastructure operations, and the blend of technical and business perspectives has shaped me into an all-rounded engineering professional.
Read MoreThe AA’s Graduate Engineer Programme has given me valuable opportunities to gain exposure to sustainable airport design, cutting-edge technologies, and a wide spectrum of mega-scale projects that made me a forward-thinking and agile individual.
From the design of airfield pavement and infrastructure provision for new land development, to the design of master layout plan for the high-end aviation industrial park in Zhuhai, I had a fruitful and rewarding journey tackling complex challenges with accomplished professionals. I was also able to gain design experience through the one-year secondment to esteemed consultants. Engaging with engineers from diverse disciplines has not only empowered me to broaden my technical horizons but as well sparked innovative ideas by integrating expertise.
Kick-starting my career at the AA has been an enriching and transformative experience. I have thrived in a meritocratic and rapidly evolving environment, which I am thrilled for the adventures ahead.
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Our next recruitment exercise for the Graduate Engineer Programme will be scheduled in the fourth quarter of 2025. More details will be available in October 2025.