Waterfront/Coastal Engineering Intern or Co-Op

GEI Consultants; Wakefield, Franklin, Newport (MA, MA, RI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay range: $23–$26/hour

Mentorship program

Professional development

Job summary

GEI Consultants in Wakefield, MA is seeking an Engineering Intern or Co-Op to work on waterfront and coastal projects across the Northeast. You’ll gain hands-on experience solving real-world challenges in marine environments while learning from experienced engineers and scientists.

This role involves design work, field surveys, AutoCAD, Civil3D, Revit, and permitting support, with office, field, and occasional on-site work.

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.

Responsibilities

• Support design and analysis of coastal and waterfront structures.
• Participate in field surveys, inspections, and construction oversight - from pile driving to concrete placement or helping with above and below water inspections.
• Develop your technical skills using AutoCAD, Revit, and Civil3D.
• Perform 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.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Revit

Communication skills

Driver's license

Outdoor/waterfront work

Education

ABET-accredited Civil/Structural/Ocean Eng BS

Job description

Waterfront/Coastal Engineering Intern or Co-Op

EngineeringWakefield,MassachusettsFranklin,MassachusettsNewport,Rhode Island
Salary: USD 23.00 - 26.00 Hourly

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.

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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional (0-35% of day)

Frequent (33-66% 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

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