Transportation Civil Engineering Co-Op

For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.
Gain practical experience in transportation engineering with our team as a Transportation Civil Engineer Co-op. In this role, you'll work alongside early career and experienced engineers to gain an understanding of transportation design and consulting. You'll gain hands-on experience across areas that could include geometric design, drainage, or pavement rehabilitation, while developing the technical skills and problem-solving abilities that will create a foundation for your career.
What You’ll Do
Under the direction of experienced technical staff, you’ll learn design and analysis skills for a variety of transportation engineering design projects for state DOTs and/or local municipalities
Projects may include traffic or safety analysis, roadway and highway geometric design, pavement rehabilitation design, drainage design, transportation planning or surveying
Assist engineers with developing reports, project scoping and final design, such as developing construction plans, cost estimates, and specifications using design tools such as MicroStation and AutoCAD
Skills & Qualifications
Current undergraduate student in good academic standing pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program and completion of one year coursework required
A strong interest in transportation engineering; previous co-ops are a plus
Experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Excel, and Word
Ability to learn PDF markup/review tools, such as BlueBeam Revu or Adobe Acrobat
Ability to learn MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer or AutoCAD/Civil3D drawing software packages, direct experience is a plus
Excellent communication skills and a willingness to collaborate, learn, and grow
Typical work schedule is Monday – Friday, 30 – 40 hours per week. Housing and transportation to/from work is the responsibility of the co-op, parking is provided.
Learn More
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Burgess & Niple is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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