Engineering Coop Fall / Winter 2026-2027

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Posted Job Title

Engineering Coop Fall / Winter 2026-2027

Job Profile Title

Temporary Employee - Co-op Worker

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Engineering Co-op

The Department of Facilities and Real Estate Services for the University of Pennsylvania is seeking an Engineering student to aid in several projects involving utilities and energy, as well as, facility management and building systems.

• The student will learn about utility metering, energy management, facilities management, HVAC, and related topics.

• Projects may include utility meter troubleshooting, utility metering repair and replacement, energy data analysis, review of facility assessments, and facility information data entry. Students work with Engineering staff to monitor and troubleshoot failed or failing sensors and meters, conduct field audits of building systems and utility metering, and update the facility condition assessment database.

• Must have a working knowledge of Excel and possess good communication skills.

• Must be able to visit campus mechanical rooms for inspections.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Facilities and Real Estate Services

Pay Range

$7.25 - Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements 
A background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health and Life: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

Please note that benefit eligibility is determined/based on ACA guidelines.