Fall Co-op - Boston (September-December 2026)

Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. • Boston, MA

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) is seeking current architectural, architectural engineering, civil engineering, or structural engineering students for a full-time fall co-op in our Boston office starting in September 2026. WJE is a global firm of engineers, architects, and materials scientists committed to helping solve, repair, and avoid problems in the built world. Our applied experience from more than 175,000 projects combined with unparalleled laboratory and testing capabilities have made WJE a leader in providing innovative yet practical solutions to the clients we serve. During your co-op experience, you will have the opportunity to gain insight into all phases of the project process from initiation through completion. Working alongside our industry-leading experts, in the field and in the office, you will learn how WJE applies problem solving skills across various specialties and practice areas.

Requirements

• Current student with excellent academic standing in their junior or senior year of a bachelor’s or in a graduate program in civil or structural engineering, architecture, architectural engineering, building science, or related field, from an accredited program
• Enthusiasm for solving problems in the built world and curiosity about how things work
• Interest in forensic engineering and architecture
• Demonstrated leadership skills, integrity, and work ethic
• Effective verbal, graphical, and written communication skills
• Available to work a minimum of 40 hours a week (overtime pay at time-and-one-half) starting in September 2026

Responsibilities

• Assist project teams with on-site investigations, condition assessments, and construction observations, which may include surveying, documenting distress, field testing, collecting data and samples, and preparing site visit reports (Field testing may include diagnostic water testing, non-destructive testing, and structural load testing)
• Organize field data and assist with research of modern and historic construction documents, building codes, and design guidelines to facilitate analysis, problem-solving, and repair design
• Perform analysis under the guidance of licensed professionals using a combination of hand calculations and analysis software
• Assist project teams with the preparation of preliminary and final client deliverables, including structural and architectural construction documents, specifications, and written reports

Benefits

• Robust and affordable health plans for employees and their families, including HSA as well as low and high-deductible PPO options
• Generous 401(k) matching of 110% for the first 6% of eligible pay vesting immediately
• Time off to care for yourself and others
• Investments in employees’ educational assistance and professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level