Safety Structural Engineering Co-op Summer​/Fall

Overview

Help Create Safer Work Environments with a National Leader in Fall Protection Design. Founded in 1966, LJB Inc. is a national engineering firm offering civil and structural engineering, geospatial solutions, and safety and environmental consulting. Our Safety Practice focuses on fall protection—addressing engineering, procedures, training, and compliance to achieve the highest level of worker safety in a cost-effective way. LJB serves clients in all 50 U.S. states and several countries.

LJB offers challenging and rewarding assignments for Spring or Summer 2026 Co-op and Intern students in our Charlotte, North Carolina office. Students work with experienced engineers and are exposed to a variety of civil engineering challenges. They also get the opportunity to work on real world projects in a professional environment.

Pay: $18+ per hour

• Assist with engineering tasks related to structural design, analysis, and documentation.
• Perform routine assignments under close supervision, following established standards, procedures, and drawings.
• Gain exposure to both office-based and field-based work, including design planning, site visits, and construction processes.
• Support project teams with technical calculations, reports, and documentation.
• Contribute to CAD and/or BIM drawings and sketches under the guidance of senior engineers.

• STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING CO-OP ESSENTIAL CREDENTIALS:
  
  Required:
  
  Currently enrolled in a Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering program at an accredited university.
• Required:
  
  Must be entering junior or senior year of undergraduate studies at the time of the co-op.

• Prior academic or internship experience with structural design projects preferred.
• Must be able to travel to various project sites.
• U.S. citizenship required.

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Capable of lifting up to 15 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to access and navigate job sites and construction areas.

LJB Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

If you are a self-starting individual who wishes to join an established team that believes in excellence in the workplace, this opportunity is for you.

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Houston, TX;
Charlotte, NC