Geotechnical Or Structural Co-Op Or Intern

Your role at GEI.

The Woburn, Massachusetts (Boston) geotechnical group includes about 40 engineers.  This group works on numerous challenging projects including buildings, dams, bridges, tunnels, slopes, ground treatment, and excavation support systems.

We are seeking a motivated intern or co-op student for our Woburn office to assist with projects throughout the U.S.  This is an excellent opportunity to learn from our senior staff and gain a wide range of experience.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Assist with engineering analyses and design.
• Perform laboratory testing of soil samples.
• Observe soil borings and log soil and rock samples.
• Monitor construction activities such as pile driving and footing construction.
• Perform computations, prepare spreadsheets, prepare and edit drawings using AutoCad.
• Assist with preparation of proposals and reports.

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuit of a B.S. or M.S. degree in Structural, Civil, or Geotechnical Engineering. Soil mechanics, foundations, or similar course work preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel on temporary assignment if needed. 
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to work in the field as needed.
• Ability to perform field work in active constructions sites year-round without restrictions, and in inclement weather if required.

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 more than 40 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.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As a 100% 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 

• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Pay Range For This Position: $23 - 24/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 Job Requirements

 

 

Sedentary

      X

Light

 

Medium

 

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday

Physical Activity Requirements

  Occasional

  (0-35% of            day)

      Frequent

  (33-66% of day)

   Continuous

   (67-100% of             day)

       Not        Applicable

Sitting

 

            4-6 hrs

           

 

Standing

         

            4-6 hrs

 

 

Walking

         

            2-6 hrs

 

 

Climbing

        0-1 hrs

 

 

         

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

       0-30 lbs

 

 

         

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

       0-10 lbs

 

 

       

Carrying objects

          

             4-6 hrs

 

 

Push/pull

        0-1 hrs

 

 

 

Twisting

        1-2 hrs

 

 

 

Bending

         2-3 hrs

 

 

 

Reaching forward

         2-3 hrs

 

 

 

Reaching overhead

         1-2 hrs

 

 

         

Squat/kneel/crawl

          

            2-4 hrs

 

         

Wrist position deviation

      0-1 hrs

 

           

 

Pinching/fine motor skills

      1-2 hrs

 

 

 

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

 

          4-6 hrs

          

 

Taste or smell (taste=never)

       0-1 hrs

 

 

         

Talk or hear

 

         

           6-8 hrs

 

 

   Accurate           20/40

    Very Accurate             20/20

Not Applicable

 

Near Vision

 

          X

   

Far Vision

          

          X

           

Yes

No

Not Applicable

 

Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

X

     

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

 

 

X 

 

Hearing

 

        X

 

         

Environmental 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/particular matter

                 X

 

 

Other (exposure risks):

 

 

Usual workday hours:

 X 

8

 

10

 

12

 

Other work hours

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