Waterfront​/Coastal Engineering Intern or Co-Op

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.

• Supporting the design and analysis of coastal and waterfront structures.
• Participating in field surveys, inspections, and construction oversight – from pile driving to concrete placement and above‑ and below‑water inspections.
• Developing technical skills using AutoCAD, Revit, and Civil3D.
• Performing calculations, preparing spreadsheets, and contributing to design documentation.
• Shadowing engineers to learn about career paths post‑graduation.
• Assisting with permitting, project coordination, and client support as needed.

• 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 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 (including overnight trips).
• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.

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

• Activity Level: Occasional (0‑35% of day), Frequent (33‑66% of day), Continuous (67‑100% of day).
• Sitting: 4+ hours.
• Standing: 1‑2 hours.
• Walking: 1‑2 hours.
• Lifting (floor to waist level): 0‑25 lbs.
• Lifting (waist level and above): 0‑25 lbs.
• Carrying objects, pushing/pulling, twisting, bending, reaching forward, reaching overhead, squatting/kneeling/crawling, wrist position deviation, pinching/fine motor skills:
  No restrictions.
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion: 4+ hours.
• Taste or smell, talk or hear:
  No restrictions.
• Visual requirements:
  Near vision 20/40;
  Far vision 20/20;
  Accurate color discrimination and depth perception.
• Environmental exposures:
  Bloodborne pathogens, chemical, airborne communicable diseases, extreme temperatures, radiation, uneven surfaces or elevations, extreme noise levels, dust/particulate matter – all reasonably anticipated.

• Market‑Competitive Compensation – $23.00 – $26.00/hour.
• Professional development and advancement through the Connecting Conversation Program.
• Rewards and recognition.
• A vibrant culture focused on partnership, sustainability, giving back, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Hybrid work schedules for some positions.

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