Civil Engineer Co-op T1

GRAEF celebrated our 65th anniversary this past July. We have grown to a staff of over 300 engineers, architects, scientists, planners, technical specialists and corporate group members. Our Headquarters are in downtown Milwaukee, right above the 3rd Street Market Hall, an iconic Food Hall that opened in 2022. We have branch offices in Green Bay and Madison, WI, Chicago, Minneapolis, and 3 FL offices located in Orlando, Miami and Sarasota. GRAEF is more than just a business. We are a committed employer and community member. We invest in our employees as we do our clients, providing a challenging and rewarding environment where you can grow both personally and professionally.

We have an exciting opportunity for 2 students to join our team of professionals through a Co-op experience at our Milwaukee Headquarters office, beginning in Summer 2027.

As a Co-op student, you'll gain valuable, hands-on experience through 4 Co-op sessions. You'll have the opportunity to explore a broad range of civil engineering disciplines and contribute to real-world projects involving sewer and water systems, environmental engineering, site development, municipal engineering, surveying, construction inspection, and street, highway, traffic, and bridge design. This is a great opportunity to build your technical skills, gain exposure to different areas of civil engineering, and learn from experienced professionals while working as part of a project team.

What could you look forward to in a Co-op position at GRAEF?

• Hands-on experience working on real engineering projects.
• Exposure to multiple areas of civil engineering to help identify your personal areas of interest.
• Opportunities to learn from and collaborate with experienced engineers and professionals.
• A chance to build your professional network and prepare for your career in engineering.

We are looking for students who meet the following qualifications:

• Be in or approaching sophomore status, with a projected graduation year of 2030, pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil, Construction, or Environmental Engineering.
• Ability to learn quickly, grasp new concepts, and take initiative.
• Enjoy a balance of independent work and collaboration with a project team.
• Prior internship or related work experience is a plus.
• Completion of a Surveying course and experience with Civil3D software is a plus.

We are proud to offer you:

• The opportunity to embed yourself in the community by participating in numerous outside activities that GRAEF endorses and supports
• Enjoy our exciting downtown office location, close to many amenities, including free onsite fitness center, pickleball courts, access to the Third St. Market Hall, and more!
• Free covered downtown parking
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Immersive Mentorship Program
• Young Professionals Group
• Robust Workplace Wellness Program
• Social and Networking opportunities
• A team atmosphere dedicated to open communication and collaboration
• Flexible Schedule
• Casual Dress

An Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer - Disabled/Vets

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at:

Phone: 414-259-1500 / Email: GRAEFjobs@graef-usa.comAn Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer - Disabled/Vets

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