Co-op and Internship Programs
Come kick-start your career
with SME!
Each year, approximately 40 enterprising students join the ranks of SME’s co-op program.
As a co-op, you will be SME’s representative at construction projects. Our co-ops perform various site observations and testing related to soils, concrete, and asphalt. Our co-ops are an important part of the project team. You’ll gain additional responsibilities and opportunities as your knowledge grows.
SME offers two co-op sessions, with assignments spanning from February to the end of August, as well as a second option available from mid-May through December. It’s a serious commitment and significant investment in your future. This paid opportunity is a great way for us to form a relationship and give you hands on project experience.
No matter where you are in your college journey, if you have an interest in one of SME’s technical services and are looking to take your learning to the next level, we want to hear from you!
Kick-start your career as a SME Co-op!
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Why become an
SME Co-op?
SME’s co-op experience provides daily, hands on opportunities to learn about:
- Construction quality control and testing
- Pavement and site civil construction
- Foundation construction
- How to interpret plans and specifications
- Successful writing techniques and communication tools
- The construction process
- Interacting with project teams during construction
benefits
Get rewarded while
you learn
SME Co-ops not only gain valuable experience, they also receive:
Competitive base pay and opportunities for overtime pay
Tuition reimbursement for courses taken in the semester prior to joining SME as a Co-op ($300/credit hour for As and Bs; $150/credit hour for Cs)
$500/month housing stipend
Up to $150 reimbursement for work boots
A smartphone for business use (at no cost to you)
Networking opportunities with SME engineers, technical professionals and other Co-ops at summer outings and our annual Co-op/Intern Recognition Banquet
Preferential consideration for summer internships and/or full-time positions at SME
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Apply for SME’s Co-op program and get started on securing the career you want!
In order to be eligible to participate in SME’s Co-op program, you must be available to work from either February through the end of August or from mid-May through December. We understand this requires a serious commitment on your part and a significant investment in your career.
It’s worth it! Once you’ve worked for us for 6 – 7 months as a full-term Co-op, you get preferential consideration for subsequent internships and full-time opportunities upon graduation. Many former SME Co-ops are recognized leaders within our organization today! It’s a great way to get your foot in the door with one of the most reputable consulting firms in the Great Lakes region.
If you are interested in being considered for SME’s Co-op program, please apply early.
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Questions? Please email: employment@sme-usa.com
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Equal Employment Opportunity
SME is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran/military status or disability. SME is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
SME is committed to equal employment opportunity for all qualified job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation as part of the application process, please call us at (734) 454-9900.