Civil/Highway Co-op

HDR, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in New York, NY is seeking a Civil/Highway Engineering Co-op to contribute as a design team member on multiple projects for NYC agencies. You will prepare plans, perform detail checks, and take-offs for projects of varying sizes, while upholding a professional standard and your employee-owned culture.

The role runs January through June 2027 and is in-person at the New York office. Proficiency in AutoCAD or Microstation is preferred; local candidates are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of a design team on multiple projects serving clients such as NYCDEP, NYCDDC, NYC Dept. of Parks & Recreation, MTA-New York City Transit, NYCDOT, PANYNJ and NYSDOT
• The position includes preparation of plans, detail drawing/calculation checks, and estimate and quantity take-offs for projects of various sizes and complexities
• The candidate will need to be a self-motivated individual who utilizes the highest level of professionalism while performing engineering assignments
• The candidate will also perform other duties as needed
• The position is expected to be in-person full time at the New York, NY office
• The Civil/Highway department engages in several areas of design including Highway & Local Roadway design, Green Infrastructure/Stormwater management, Drainage & Grading, Utility/Facility upgrades, Feasibility studies, Transit flood mitigation and resiliency, and recreation/waterfront development
• This position is for January-June 2027.
• Length of Co-op is flexible from 4 to 6 months.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Employee ownership culture

Education

Engineering student

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Civil/Highway Engineering Co-op, we'll count on you to:

• Work as a member of a design team on multiple projects serving clients such as NYCDEP, NYCDDC, NYC Dept. of Parks & Recreation, MTA-New York City Transit, NYCDOT, PANYNJ and NYSDOT


• The position includes preparation of plans, detail drawing/calculation checks, and estimate and quantity take-offs for projects of various sizes and complexities


• The candidate will need to be a self-motivated individual who utilizes the highest level of professionalism while performing engineering assignments


• The candidate will also perform other duties as needed


• The position is expected to be in-person full time at the New York, NY office


• The Civil/Highway department engages in several areas of design including Highway & Local Roadway design, Green Infrastructure/Stormwater management, Drainage & Grading, Utility/Facility upgrades, Feasibility studies, Transit flood mitigation and resiliency, and recreation/waterfront development


• This position is for January-June 2027.


• Length of Co-op is flexible from 4 to 6 months.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous AE internship experience is preferred


• Preference is given to local candidates


• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Microstation

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program


• Attention to detail


• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills


• Basic Microsoft Office skills


• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) New York: $24 - $27 per hour

Primary Location: United States-New York-New York

Industry: Transit

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Temporary

BusinessClass: Highways

Job Posting: Aug 28, 2026