Structures Co-op

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.; Watertown (MA); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. (VHB) is offering a Structures Co-op in Watertown, MA for January–June 2027. The program introduces students to professional engineering through hands-on project work, field data collection, and client collaboration.

Participants will gain experience in planning, data mining, and reporting while supporting bridge design and related transportation projects. This is a temporary full-time internship with learning opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing engineering or related degree.
• Interest in transportation, land development, urban design, or energy sectors.
• Ability to work remotely if necessary and travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with VHB staff, clients, and consultants to advance projects.
• Assist in development of planning and engineering solutions.
• Assist in data mining and visualization.
• Perform analysis of data or calculations.
• Field data collection and on-site project support.
• Prepare documents and assemble reports.

Skills

Verbal & Written

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Engineering degree in progress

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

Job Locations: US-MA-Watertown

ID: 2026-6351

Category: Intern/Co-op

Type: Temporary Full-Time

Career Stage Type: Intern/Co-op

# of Openings: 1

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB's Structures Co-op - Watertown, MA

is designed to introduce students into the workforce. The program will build essential professional skills by offering opportunities for hands-on learning in a supportive yet challenging environment. The intern program is designed to round out participants' academic learning with real world experience and help them explore related areas of practice to find the best fit for their career path.

Co-op terms generally run from January - June 2027

Our Structures team is focused primarily on the design of roadway and railroad bridges. In addition, we perform bridge inspections, provide construction engineering, and design culverts, earth retaining walls, and traffic structures.

Learn more about our Structures practice at VHB: Bridges & Structures | VHB

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with numerous VHB staff, clients, and consultants to advance projects in a timely manner
• Assist in development of planning and engineering solutions
• Assist in data mining and visualization
• Perform analysis of data or calculations
• Perform field data collection and other on-site project support activities
• Prepare written documents, summarize information collected by others, and assemble reports

Skills and Abilities

• Excellentverbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Teamoriented with strong capability to work independently
• Self-motivatedwith attention to detail
• A strong work ethic with the desire to learn and achieve
• Knowledge of drawing and mapping tools such as AutoCAD and GIS
• Knowledgeof Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) required

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in engineering or a related field
• Strong interest in transportation, land development, urban design, real estate, environmental, institutional, or energy sector
• Ability to work on a computer remotely if necessary
• Ability to travel locally and complete fieldwork if necessary

The hourly pay range for this position, located in Massachusetts, is $19 to $30. The actual hourly rate offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted hourly range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits available to eligible employees are outlined in our Total Rewards Program.

VHB offers a differentiating work experience, including a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs.

Details on VHB's benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist

Building what's next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, peopledriven, futureready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you'll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We're growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what's next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.