Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) is one of the world’s most prominent and influential architecture, engineering, and urban-planning firms. They have opportunities around the country (and world). The list of openings for their summer 2026 internship program is available here. 

Nexus is a design and build construction group dedicated to delivering innovative and efficient solutions. Their projects include new buildings, existing buildings alterations and renovations, shaping iconic contributions to the New York City Skyline. They are currently hiring for a Structural and Geotechnical Engineer.  The job description is available here. 

TPD is an ENR Top 400 Design Firm, delivering transportation engineering projects throughout the eastern United States. Open positions are available here. 

Concrete Systems is a prominent, privately held concrete contractor headquartered in Newark, NJ. They are currently seeking project managers. The job description is available here. 

Hunter Roberts Hunter Roberts Construction Group is a New York–based construction management and general contracting firm that builds large commercial, residential, institutional, and public projects across the Northeast. They have the below Summer 2026 Internship positions available:

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate Office of University Programs sponsors the Professional Opportunities for Student Workforce to Experience Research (HS-POWER) Program for undergraduate and graduate students. Students will participate in quality research experiences with federal research facilities and other HS-STEM focused entities nationwide either onsite or in a virtual environment. Additional information is available here. The deadline to apply is January 5, 2026.

The Moles, a heavy construction industry professional society, is collecting resumes for their internship portal. Students may submit their resume, cover letter and letters of recommendations here.  Companies associated with the Moles will then be able to review applications and contact applicants, as desired. 

SMART scholars, through the Department of Defense (DoD), offers scholarships for undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students currently pursuing a degree in one of the 24 STEM disciplines. SMART scholars receive full tuition, annual stipends, and guaranteed employment with the DoD after graduation. The scholarship is due December 15. Additional information is available here.

The American Society of Highway Engineers North Central New Jersey Section Annual Scholarship is dedicated to supporting the academic and professional aspirations of students. The application is available here and closes December 5, 2025.  Over the last two years, CEOE students have won the first, second, and third place scholarships. 

ACEC Research Internship has created a portal with a list of scholarships available to engineering students. Deadlines range from January to March 2026.  Students can view the scholarships here and register to apply. 

The American Council of Engineering Companies of New Jersey (ACECNJ) awards up to seven scholarships each year to students, attending an ABET accredited engineering program in New Jersey, who intend to become consulting engineers. Over the past number of years, numerous CEOE students have received this scholarship. The deadline to apply is February 6, 2026.