Geotechnical Co-op: Fieldwork & Design in Civil Engineering

GEI Consultants, Inc; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

GEI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a motivated Spring 2027 co-op student for our Woburn office to assist on a variety of projects throughout the region for roughly 6 months.

You will gain experience across buildings, infrastructure, transportation, dams, levees, and waterfront development while learning from senior staff. The role includes assisting with engineering analyses and design, field work on active construction sites, soil testing, logging soils and rocks, monitoring activities, and

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering. Soil mechanics, foundations, or similar course work preferred.
• Excellent verbal andwritten communication skills.
• Willingness to travel on temporary assignment if needed.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to work in the field as needed.
• Ability to perform field work in active constructions sites year-round without restrictions, and in inclement weather if required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering analyses and design.
• Perform laboratory testing of soil samples.
• Observe soil borings and log soil and rock samples.
• Monitor construction activities such as pile driving and footing construction.
• Perform computations, prepare spreadsheets, prepare and edit drawings using AutoCad.
• Assist with preparation of proposals and reports.

Skills

Engineering analyses

Soil testing

Soil/rock logging

Field construction monitoring

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Civil or Geotechnical Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

GEI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a motivated Spring 2027 co-op student for our Woburn office to assist on a variety of projects throughout the region for roughly 6 months.

You will gain experience across buildings, infrastructure, transportation, dams, levees, and waterfront development while learning from senior staff. The role includes assisting with engineering analyses and design, field work on active construction sites, soil testing, logging soils and rocks, monitoring activities, and