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.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties 

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!