Civil Engineering Co-op / Internship 2027

LJB Inc. is a fast-growing national engineering firm specializing in civil and structural engineering and geospatial, safety, health, and environmental services. The firm has a 50+ year history of leveraging new technologies to drive innovation and bring unique and sustainable value to our clients.

LJB offers challenging and rewarding assignments for co-op students and summer interns. Students work with experienced engineers and are exposed to a variety of civil engineering challenges. They also get the opportunity to work on real-world projects in a professional environment. We are filling a Civil Engineering Internship or Co-op in our Cleveland, Ohio office.

The ideal candidate is eager to learn, detail-oriented, and able to manage tasks independently under engineering supervision.

Pay: $18+ an hour

CIVIL ENGINEERING CO-OP GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a civil engineering major at an accredited university
• Must be entering their Junior or Senior year of college
• Basic proficiency or classroom familiarity with AutoCAD or Civil 3D is preferred but not required
• Some travel may be required
• U.S. citizenship required

CIVIL ENGINEERING CO-OP JOB DUTIES:

• Work on job assignments related to civil engineering with a focus on municipal infrastructure planning and design.
• Perform routine engineering tasks under close supervision using well-established standards, procedures, and drawings
• Students will be exposed to civil design processes.  Responsibilities may include assisting with:
  • Drainage & Permitting: Supporting drainage design, site grading, and preparing state and local permit applications.
  • Site & Roadway Design: Designing roadway, pedestrian, and parking layouts for diverse site development projects.
  • Infrastructure & Utilities: Assisting with utility designs for municipal engineering projects.
  • Digital Drafting: Producing detailed engineering plans and construction drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
  • Data Analysis: Developing project material quantities and cost estimates.
  • Field Operations: Participating in site visits and part-time field inspections.
  • Team Support: Assisting project managers and engineers with general technical and administrative tasks as needed.

CIVIL ENGINEERING CO-OP PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Must be able to travel to various project sites not accessible by public transit
• Must be able to access and navigate job sites and construction area

Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable law. If you are a self-starting individual who wishes to join an established team that believes in excellence in the workplace, this opportunity is for you.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: LJB Inc. is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to a LJB Inc. employee without a current, fully executed agreement on file. Please direct all communications to the HR team.