Structural (Bridge) Transportation Co-op

Structural (Bridge) Transportation Co-op

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we transform the infrastructure around us into a safe and sustainable environment to improve the world we live in. As a Structural Transportation Co-op, you will too. Jacobs is looking for a co-op who is eager to help us solve real-life challenges and work as a team. YOU are the future of our company. We will rely on you to provide support to our teams on critical projects while fostering a culture of continuous learning and inclusion as you bring fresh ideas to the table.

You will work alongside Professional Engineers and designers on a broad range of projects involving state agencies such as MassDOT, the MBTA, Massport Authority, and more. You will work with our team on tasks developing Contract Documents such as plans, estimates, and calculations as well as assisting our inspection teams by evaluating existing structures such as bridges, tunnels, and facilities.

Pave the way for your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow, and succeed into the engineer you envision yourself becoming.

The Boston office of Jacobs seeks Co-op(s) to work in our Structural Transportation Group from January 2026 – June 2026.

Responsibilities:

• Employee will perform tasks under the supervision of Bridge group staff.
• Work will be in a collaborative environment with engineers from varying disciplines of the civil engineering field. Tasks will be performed in an interactive setting with continuous guidance and support.
• Occasional tasks of a routine and repetitive nature may be required on certain projects.
• Tasks include drafting of construction plans, providing construction phase services (shop drawing and RFI review, preparation of meeting minutes), preparing geometric and structural design calculations, assisting in bridge, tunnel, and facility inspections (taking field notes, drafting and editing final reports) and other miscellaneous tasks.
• Exposure to various software packages including AutoCAD, Excel, Word, Adobe, Bluebeam, and Mathcad. Limited use of structural analysis software depending on available assignments.
• Work will include in office and field assignments. Please note in your application or resume if you have any limitations or preferences to perform only daytime, only nighttime, or both types of shifts in field.

Here’s what you'll need

• Must be currently enrolled at an accredited university, a Civil Engineering major is required.
• Demonstrates interest in civil transportation projects or structures.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to work well in a group or team atmosphere.
• Excellent organization and critical thinking/problem solving skills.
• Must be willing to ask questions and organize thoughts or solutions during tasks.
• Strong time management and attention to detail.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Ideally you will also have:

• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $45,000.00 to $65,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on September 30, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

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