--- title: 'Transportation Engineering Co-op (Spring 2027) at Apex Companies' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/transportation-engineering-co-op-spring-2027-apex-companies-quincy-9p55dtsx6fft' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-31' --- # Transportation Engineering Co-op (Spring 2027) at Apex Companies - **Company:** Apex Companies - **Location:** Quincy, MA - **Compensation:** $28–$29/hr - **Posted:** 2026-10-30 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-31 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/apexcompanies/jobs/5459108008 ## Job description Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we’re building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we’re creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you’ll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work. Fueled by high-quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes. As we continue to expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth. 2027 SpringTransportation Engineering Co-op Apex Companies LLC (Apex) is an award-winning multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm. Apex provides a broad range of consulting, engineering, and compliance services across transportation, water, environment, ESG and resiliency, health and safety, compliance and assurance, and infrastructure. Known for our technical excellence, commitment to quality, and reliable and agile operations, we consistently deliver high-impact results for our clients, and as a firm remain committed to shaping a safe, sustainable, and equitable future. Apex has offices nationwide with 5 regional offices located in Quincy MA, Woburn MA, Hyannis MA, Glastonbury CT, and Providence RI. Apex has received over a dozen ACEC/MA Engineering Excellence Awards since 2016. Locally, Apex primarily supports municipal clients with projects relating to: - Transportation - Drinking Water - Wastewater - Stormwater - Construction Management - Site Civil Engineering - Emergency Management Services - Environmental - Infrastructure Asset Management - Owner's Project Management (OPM) Co-op students typically support team members with planning, design, permitting, and construction administration activities for project types including bike trails, sidewalks, traffic signals, roundabouts, streetscapes, or other types of transportation improvements.. Co-op work primarily consists of office work but may also include a field work component. The type of work and extent of responsibility depends on the aptitude of the student but is also substantially affected by the time of year and current project schedule. Field work may include GPS and/or construction observations. The transportation team at Apex delivers transformational projects with State and Municipal clients that focus on safety, complete streets, asset management and economic improvements. Our approach includes the full life cycle of project development from planning to analysis, design, and construction administration. Co-ops receive an opportunity to assist with a variety of projects and clients depending on available work and interest. Work Areas/Positions: 1 to support the Transportation Group in the Quincy, MA office Job Requirements: - Valid driver's license. - Ideally, interested candidates should either be currently enrolled in or have completed the following civil engineering or equivalent courses, but it isn't a requirement: - GET 1150 – Foundations of Engineering Graphics and Design - CIVE 4554 – Highway Design - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) - Experience in AutoCAD and GIS mapping software (Esri products) preferred. - Must possess solid technical and problem-solving skills. Apex Job Title: Intern- Field Req ID: 12235 Hourly Expected Pay Range $28—$28.50 USD We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity and differences of our employees, customers, and communities. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Apex aims to make apexcos.com accessible to all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact Talent@apexcos.com or (301) 417-0200. Likewise, feel free to reach out to us if you would like to view or discuss Apex policy related to equal employment opportunity or have any related concerns. EO/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: Apex Companies does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes for any of our job postings to our career’s sites, or to any employees of Apex Companies or affiliates. Apex Companies is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. ## About Apex Companies ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Apex Companies is a national multidisciplinary consulting and engineering firm providing environmental, infrastructure, health & safety, and compliance services to public and private clients. - **Entity Type**: Private (owned by Morgan Stanley) - **Headquarters**: Rockville, Maryland, United States - **Founded**: 1988 - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - **Primary industries**: Environmental Services, Engineering, Consulting, Infrastructure, Water Management, Health & Safety - **Target customers**: B2B – public agencies (federal, state, local), private sector (energy, transportation, manufacturing, real estate, aerospace, telecommunications) - **Mission/purpose**: “Shaping a safe, sustainable, and equitable future” – supporting the natural and built environment through engineering excellence. ## Products & Services Apex offers a suite of professional and field services across four main pillars: - **Environmental**: Compliance, assessment, remediation, permitting, and expert witness/litigation support. - **Infrastructure**: Multidisciplinary planning, design, and delivery for transportation, water, energy, and telecommunications. - **Health & Safety**: Workplace health, safety, and regulatory compliance services. - **Compliance & Assurance**: Environmental data management and compliance platform (ARTEMIS®), ESG and resiliency consulting, and integrated water/wastewater/stormwater management. ## Market Standing - **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed (privately held) - **Key Metric**: Annual revenue estimated at $250 million (LinkedIn company data) - **Notable Investors / Partners**: Parent company is Morgan Stanley. Key clients include confidential aerospace firms, Colonial Pipeline, Oregon DEQ, and numerous public agencies. - **Growth Signals**: - Ranked #13 All-Environmental Firm by ENR (2024) and #68 in Top 200 Environmental Firms - Named a 2026 Hot Firm by Zweig Group - Over 100 new grads hired in the last 4 years - 367 active job postings as of mid-2025, with monthly posting growth of +53.6% - 20% of employees promoted annually - Operates in all 50 U.S. states and 6 countries (India, Pakistan, China, Philippines, Egypt) ## Competitive Advantages - **National footprint with local expertise**: Offices nationwide and a large, multidisciplinary team (864 employees) able to serve clients across diverse sectors. - **Broad service line integration**: Clients can access environmental, engineering, compliance, and H&S services under one roof – reducing complexity and cost. - **Award-winning track record**: Consistently recognized by ENR, Zweig Group, and Environmental Business Journal, which signals reliability and technical excellence. - **Proprietary technology platform (ARTEMIS®)** for environmental data management, adding a digital differentiator. - **Private equity backing (Morgan Stanley)** provides capital for acquisitions and growth (evidenced by acquired firms like Environmental Partners, PBS, etc.) ## Strategic Focus - **Current priorities**: Continue expanding service lines and geographic reach, especially in water, ESG, and infrastructure. Invest in talent development and digital tools (ARTEMIS®). - **Growth direction**: Organic growth through career development and promotions, plus strategic acquisitions to deepen capabilities. Emphasis on recruiting early-career talent and experienced professionals to support a growing project pipeline. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Collaborative, inclusive, and community-focused. Employees contribute paid time off and payroll donations to support colleagues and external charities. “We care. We collaborate. We deliver.” - **Career development**: Individual Development Plans (IDPs), dual career tracks (management and technical), in-house SME workshops, conference attendance, tuition reimbursement, and on-demand training via Apex Online University. - **Benefits**: Competitive pay, bonuses, comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), company-paid life and disability, wellness programs, paid time off, holidays, and financial planning support (retirement, tax-deferred savings). - **Work environment**: Mix of office, field, and remote work depending on role. Many positions involve client-site visits and fieldwork. The company supports flexible arrangements but does not publicly advertise a fully remote policy. - **Recognition**: Employees have won awards such as Daily Journal of Commerce’s Women of Vision and IEA Associate of the Year. - **Diversity & Inclusion**: Stated commitment to diversity and inclusion as a collaborative foundation. ## Sources 1. [apexcos.com](https://apexcos.com/) 2. [apexcos.com/careers/](https://apexcos.com/careers/) 3. [apexcos.com/careers/why-apex/](https://apexcos.com/careers/why-apex/) 4. [apexcos.com/careers/grow-with-us/](https://apexcos.com/careers/grow-with-us/) 5. 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