Intern - Geotechnical, Civil, Structural, or Waterfront

Jobvite, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

GEI’s New York City office is seeking motivated interns for Summer 2026 to assist with projects nationwide in geotechnical, civil, structural, or waterfront engineering. Interns will learn from our team and gain experience across multiple disciplines, including data management, field documentation, and proposals.

Responsibilities include supporting analyses and design, performing computations, editing drawings in AutoCAD, and helping prepare reports.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a B.S. or M.S. in Civil, Geotechnical, or Structural Engineering.
• Soil mechanics or structural analysis coursework preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in a technical degree program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering and/or scientific analyses and design.
• Perform computations, prepare spreadsheets, and prepare and edit drawings using AutoCAD.
• Assist with preparing proposals and reports.
• Assist with data management and analysis, and preparation of field documentation and reports.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Willingness to travel

Driver's license

Field work capability

Education

Civil Geotechnical or Structural Engineering degree

Soil mechanics/structural analysis coursework

Minimum 2 years in a technical degree program

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Intern - Geotechnical, Civil, Structural, or Waterfront

GEI’s New York City office is seeking motivated interns to assist with projects throughout the U.S. in Summer 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to learn from our team and gain a wide range of experience in the fields of engineering or environmental science.

• Assist with engineering and/or scientific analyses and design.
• Perform computations, prepare spreadsheets, and prepare and edit drawings using AutoCAD.
• Assist with preparing proposals and reports.
• Assist with data management and analysis, and preparation of field documentation and reports

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuit of one of the following:
• B.S. or M.S. in Civil, Geotechnical, or Structural Engineering. Soil mechanics, structural analysis, or similar course work preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in a technical degree program.
• Excellent verbal andwritten communication skills.
• Willingness to travel on 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 construction sites without restrictions, and in inclement weather, if required.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .

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As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Pay Range For This Position: $22.00 – $25.00/hour
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Rewards and Recognition
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

x

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

X (4+ hours)

Standing

X (1-2 hours)

Walking

X (1-2 hours)

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

(0-25 lbs)

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

(0-25 lbs)

Carrying objects

X

Push/pull

X

Twisting

X

X

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

X

X

X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X (4+ hours)

Taste or smell

X

Talk or hear

X

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

X

Chemical

X

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

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