Roadway/Transportation Civil Engineering Co-op

About the role

Join GPD Group, where our purpose is to improve the well-being of our employees, clients, communities and business partners by transforming opportunities into success. We are passionate about the work we do and the relationships we build with clients. Our employee ownership structure fosters a non‑hierarchical collaborative work environment, where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and creativity to the betterment of the organization and our clients. This structure also enables each associate to explore and expand their talents, reach their full potential, and deliver to the core traits that guide GPD group and allow us to deliver successfully for our clients. For more than 60 years, GPD Group has been providing architectural, engineering and planning services to clients across the United States. With a diverse team of over 900 professionals working in 15 different offices, it is our passion for our work and our commitment to our purpose that unites us. The Civil Engineering Roadway/Transportation Co‑op (Spring/Summer/Fall 2027) is based in the Akron, OH office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a billable member of the team performing design work for clients.
• Learn how to use different design technology and software systems (e.g., Openroads/Microstation, AutoCAD).
• Receive mentorship from a professional engineer.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Interest in obtaining ODOT inspection certification.
• Interest in ODOT roadway/transportation design work.
• Desire to learn design technology such as Openroads/Microstation and AutoCAD.

Skills

• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Team player and self‑motivated.
• Ability to work effectively both on project teams and individually.