Land Development Co-op

VHB•Brentwood, NY

6h•$19 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

VHB’s Land Development Co-op in Hauppauge, New York, is designed to introduce students to the workforce through hands-on learning in a supportive yet challenging environment. The program complements academic learning with real-world experience and helps participants explore related areas of practice as they consider their career paths. Co-op terms generally run from January through June 2027. Land Development engineers develop ideas and creative solutions for challenging development projects. Their work can span preliminary research, site survey, conceptual and final design, permitting, and construction. They collaborate with VHB staff across disciplines and with consultants to ensure projects fulfill client needs. The position offers an hourly pay range of $19 to $30 in New York. The actual rate depends on job-related factors, and the posted range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits may be available to eligible employees. VHB describes its culture as collaborative, inclusive, technology-empowered, people-driven, and future-ready, with opportunities to learn and develop using evolving tools and technologies, including AI. The company also notes a flexible, hybrid work environment.

Requirements

Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering.
Ability to conduct tasks independently.
Strong interest in civil engineering.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to independently manage multiple tasks and interact appropriately and positively with clients.
Self-motivated, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Effectively interact with VHB staff, municipalities, and other consultants to advance projects in a timely manner.
Perform engineering calculations.
Use AutoCAD to prepare preliminary and final design plans.
Prepare contract documents, including specifications.
Prepare engineers’ estimates.