Structural Engineering Co-op – Spring 2026

SSOE Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Nashville is seeking a Structural Engineering Co-op for Spring 2026. This onsite position requires candidates to be enrolled in an ABET-accredited engineering program, preferably in Civil or Architectural Engineering. Responsibilities include performing tasks under supervision, adhering to departmental standards, and meeting assigned deadlines. Salary ranges from $20 to $23 per hour, depending on the candidate's academic year.

Qualifications

• Students must be enrolled in an ABET-accredited engineering program, majoring in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
• Rising Junior or Senior academic year preferred.
• Must be registered with the Office of Professional Experience Program or equivalent Co-op office.

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned tasks under close supervision.
• Learns and uses department standards, methods, and procedures.
• Meets various deadlines on daily duties or special projects.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Revit or AutoCAD

Organizational skills

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

Job description

Overview

You don’t have to be an employee long before you understand the SSOE difference. It goes back to our history of reinventing ourselves for new markets, serious rates of growth year after year, and being ahead of the curve in technology. Those are the achievements of a company that rewards talent and effort in ways that mean the most to the individual. When you work at SSOE, you work with the best and you’re a part of something bigger than yourself. And providing the best possible workplace for our employees gives us a competitive advantage – helping us attract and retain top talent and drive better business results. SSOE is seeking a Structural Engineering Co-op for Spring 2026. This is an onsite position, and we are open to candidates located in either our Brentwood, TN or Birmingham, AL office. The role requires daily in-person attendance at one of these locations, and remote or hybrid work is not available.

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned tasks under close supervision of Department Manager or designee. Receives specific and detailed instruction.
• Basic computer, Revit or AutoCAD skills a plus.
• Learns and uses department standards, methods, and procedures respective to field of study.
• Meets various deadlines on daily duties or special projects as assigned by DM or designee.
• Occasional local travel may required for client visits.
• Valid driver’s license required. May be waived for international assignments.

Qualifications

• Students must be enrolled in an ABET-accredited engineering program, majoring in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering, with a focus on Structural Engineering or completed coursework in that area.
• Rising Junior or Senior academic year preferred.
• Must be registered with the Office of Professional Experience Program or equivalent Co-op office.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Salary range: $20-$23 per hour depending on year in school.

SSOE Group