Co-op Engineer: Structures - Spring/Summer 2027

hntb; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB is seeking an engineering internship for students enrolled in an accredited program. You will assist engineers with drawings, CAD work, and project support, gaining exposure to transportation and infrastructure initiatives across multiple PA locations.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, be enrolled in an engineering program, and be comfortable with MS Office, basic calculations, and shop drawing procedures.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED and be enrolled in an accredited engineering program.
• Basic understanding of engineering, geometry and algebra.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to perform basic engineering calculations and organize information for drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assists engineer teams in various tasks and duties.
• Assists Engineer with research, development and design of projects.
• Assists Engineer with the preparation of engineering drawings and documents as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Engineering basics

MS Office

Direction following

Shop drawing basics

Engineering calculations

Documentation organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Enrolled in accredited engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

Example of tasks include but are not limited to: Structural Design Calculations, Bridge/Structural Inspection, Engineering Drawing Development (CAD Design), and Construction Inspection.

What You'll Do

• Assists engineer teams in various tasks and duties.
• Assists Engineer with research, development and design of projects.
• Assists Engineer with the preparation of engineering drawings and documents as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent plus current enrollment in an accredited post‑secondary engineering program

What You'll Bring

• Understands engineering, geometric, and algebraic principles at a basic level.
• Shows proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Accepts and applies direction from peers and supervisors.
• Obtains an understanding of introductory shop drawing and submittal procedures and requirements.
• Ability to perform basic engineering calculations
• Ability to organize information for use in drawings or other documents

What We Prefer

• Completion of 2 years of post‑secondary engineering program
• AutoCAD and/or MicroStation experience
• Strong interest in transportation and infrastructure

Additional Information

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Locations

Harrisburg, PA, King of Prussia, PA (Geerdes), King of Prussia, PA (Norristown), Philadelphia, PA (Pennsylvania).

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