Waterfront/Coastal Engineering Intern or Co-Op

GEI Consultants, Inc.; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules

Job summary

GEI Consultants, Inc. invites Engineering Interns or Co-ops to join a team delivering coastal and waterfront projects across the Northeast.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in design, analysis, field surveys, and construction oversight while learning from experienced engineers and scientists. This internship builds your Civil/Structural/Ocean Engineering skills through practical, mentored work on real projects, with opportunities to travel for site work and exposure to AutoCAD, Civil3D, and Revit

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in 3rd or 4th year of ABET-accredited Civil/Structural/Ocean Engineering BS (MS welcome).
• Strong curiosity, initiative and attention to detail.
• Experience (or strong desire to learn) AutoCAD, Civil3D, or Revit.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and willingness to travel for site work (overnight trips).
• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and analysis of coastal and waterfront structures.
• Participate in field surveys, inspections, and construction oversight—from pile driving to concrete placement.
• Develop technical skills using AutoCAD, Revit, and Civil3D.
• Perform calculations, prepare spreadsheets, and contribute to design documentation.
• Shadow engineers to learn the career path after graduation.
• Assist with permitting, project coordination, and client support as needed.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Revit

Education

ABET-accredited Civil/Structural/Ocean Eng BS program (MS welcome)

Job description

Your role at GEI.

Are you fascinated by the intersection of engineering and the water? Do you want to be part of projects that shape coastlines, harbors, and waterfront communities? At GEI Consultants, you’ll gain hands‑on experience solving real-world challenges in marine and coastal environments—while learning from some of the industry’s most passionate engineers and scientists.

Description

Your role at GEI.

Are you fascinated by the intersection of engineering and the water? Do you want to be part of projects that shape coastlines, harbors, and waterfront communities? At GEI Consultants, you’ll gain hands‑on experience solving real-world challenges in marine and coastal environments—while learning from some of the industry’s most passionate engineers and scientists.

This is your opportunity to build your engineering skills through meaningful, practical work and mentorship - on projects that make a visible difference.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

As an Engineering Intern or Co‑Op, you’ll play a key role on a collaborative team working on exciting waterfront and coastal projects across the Northeast. Every day will bring new challenges and learning opportunities, including:

• Supporting the design and analysis of coastal and waterfront structures.
• Participating in field surveys, inspections, and construction oversight - from pile driving to concrete placement or helping with above and below water inspections.
• Developing your technical skills using AutoCAD, Revit, and Civil3D.
• Performing calculations, preparing spreadsheets, and contributing to design documentation.
• Shadowing our engineers to learn what the career path looks like after graduation.
• Assisting with permitting, project coordination, and client support as needed.

You’ll work in the office, in the field, and sometimes on‑site - getting to know what coastal and structural engineering is about.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in your 3rd or 4th year of a Civil, Structural, or Ocean Engineering (or related) B.S. program at an ABET-accredited school. M.S. students are also welcome!
• A strong sense of curiosity, initiative, and attention to detail.
• Experience (or strong desire to learn) AutoCAD, Civil3D, or Revit.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A valid U.S. driver’s license and willingness to travel for site work (some overnight trips)
• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework in structural steel, reinforced concrete, or coastal modeling.
• Public speaking or leadership experience.
• Diving certification - especially if you’re interested in underwater inspections!

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.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

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: $23.00 – $26.00/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
• For Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are Available
• And More…

Physical Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands

Sedentary

x

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional (0-35% of day)

Frequent (33-66% of day)

Continuous (67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

X (4+ hours)

Standing

X (1-2 hours)

Walking

X (1-2 hours)

Climbing

X

Carrying objects

X

Push/pull

X

Twisting

X

Bending

X

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

Squat/kneel/crawl

X

Wrist position deviation

X

Pinching/fine motor skills

X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X (4+ hours)

Taste or smell

X

Talk or hear

X

Accurate 20/40

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Very Accurate 20/20

Yes

Not Applicable

No

Color Discrimination

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

X

Chemical

X

Airborne communicable diseases

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

Extreme noise levels

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.