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Engineer Co Op Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Depending on business need and location, the Intern/Co-Op will be supervised and assigned to work ... support to Project Engineer, Project Superintendent, and/or Project Manager. * Assist with ...

Co-Op

Denver, CO · On-site

$30K - $36K/yr

Depending on business need and location, the Intern/Co-Op will be supervised and assigned to work ... support to Project Engineer, Project Superintendent, and/or Project Manager. * Assist with ...

2025 - Summer Intern Co-op Conversion

Denver, CO · On-site

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

This requisition is for 2025 Summer Intern/Co-op Conversion candidates with assignment end dates ... Functional Talent Scouts (function or engineering subfunction), who are CC03 or higher employees ...

2025 - Summer Intern Co-op Conversion

Aurora, CO · On-site

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

This requisition is for 2025 Summer Intern/Co-op Conversion candidates with assignment end dates ... Functional Talent Scouts (function or engineering subfunction), who are CC03 or higher employees ...

2025 - Summer Intern Co-op Conversion

Greeley, CO · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

This requisition is for 2025 Summer Intern/Co-op Conversion candidates with assignment end dates ... Functional Talent Scouts (function or engineering subfunction), who are CC03 or higher employees ...

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How much do engineer co op jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for engineer co op in Colorado is $91,713.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,400.00 and $102,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Engineer Co Op vs Engineer Intern?

AspectEngineer Co OpEngineer Intern
CredentialsTypically enrolled in an engineering degree program, may require specific courseworkUsually undergraduate students in engineering programs
Work EnvironmentFull-time or part-time paid positions, often integrated into the company’s workflowUsually unpaid or paid internships, shorter duration
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in engineering firms, manufacturing, and tech companiesCommon in similar industries, often as a stepping stone to full employment

Engineer Co Op positions are structured as paid, longer-term roles that provide practical experience during a student's academic career. Engineer Intern roles are typically shorter, often unpaid, and serve as introductory exposure to engineering work. Both roles help students gain industry experience, but Co Op positions usually involve more responsibilities and integration into ongoing projects.

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Infographic showing various Engineer Co Op job openings in Colorado as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $91,713 per year, or $44.1 per hour.

Internship / Co-op

PROVIDENCE INFRASTRUCTURE CONSULTANTS

Highlands Ranch, CO • On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Providence Infrastructure is seeking students pursuing degrees in civil, environmental, chemical, or mechanical engineering (or related field) - and other interested candidates - to join us for a 6 to 9 month paid Co-op/Internship opportunity at our office in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. This position is for either the 2026 Spring and Summer or Summer 2026 and Fall 2026 Semester. A co-op is an amazing experience where the student works with Providence for 6-9 months full time. The student will need to take the semester off school and work with their career center about their co-op requirements. Providence is a water/wastewater design firm that is involved in all types of water and wastewater projects.
POSITION FUNCTION
Successful intern applicants will become a short-term, but integral, part of the planning, design, and construction of water and wastewater treatment projects including pipelines, pump stations, treatment facilities, and planning projects. In this position, interns will:
  • Gain exposure to design and construction projects.
  • Assist with collecting planning and design data.
  • Performing project design calculations.
  • Support the development of drawings and technical specifications.
  • Assist in the writing of memorandums and reports.
  • Attend design and construction meetings.
  • Perform construction field observations.
  • Tour several completed water and wastewater projects.
 
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Be a Junior or Senior level student enrolled in a Civil, Mechanical, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering program at an accredited 4-year Bachelor’s degree program.
  • Ability to work on a full-time/part-time basis for 3 to 6 months.
  • Ability to work in person in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.
  • Have developing writing and communication skills.
  • Ability to clearly communicate and collaborate with others.

BENEFITS
• Providence will cooperate with your engineering department so you can gain education credits toward your degree.
• Hands-on real world design experience.
• Paid position in the range of $20-25 per hour depending on prior experience and education.
• Paid Travel Expenses to and from Highlands Ranch if out of state.
• Temporary housing assistance.
• Weekly mentoring meetings with a senior engineer to help with career development.
• Pay for any recognized holidays during internship term.