Not that bad. - Drafter Jacobs Employee Review

4.0
Jun 26, 2008
Recommend
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Pros

The opportunity to gain experience and at the same time they respect the fact im a student and understand the arrangement i have to make for school every semester. i also have a chance to work first hand on alot of things in the office. which helps me alot to understand how a real office works. you do not really learn much of that in school. that is why im happy working here. and my boss is great and willing to teach me. that takes a lot of patience. especially when dealing with alot of recent graduates.

Cons

i really dont like the corporate feel to everything we do around the office. the safety requirements i feel are really ridiculous. i know safety is a big deal but i feel this company babies us into trying to be more cautious. which is ok. but not all the time. another downside would be, like in any other office, is the lack of communication between departments. i dont feel like that benefits a company at all. i dont like the office furniture, that can change. being a future manager. i think that helps the office enviorment to produce more.

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5.0
Apr 3, 2026
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Pros

Strong learning environment for entry-level engineers Great exposure to large-scale transportation and infrastructure projects with experienced mentors and structured onboarding. Reputable global firm Jacobs’ strong brand name adds credibility to your résumé and opens doors for future opportunities in both public and private sectors. Good career growth and mobility Clear pathways to move into roles like Project Engineer, Assistant Resident Engineer, or Construction Management with internal postings encouraged. Supportive team culture (project-dependent) Most teams are collaborative, and senior staff are willing to guide junior engineers, especially in inspection and CM roles. Competitive benefits and job stability Solid health benefits, 401(k), PTO, and steadier work compared to smaller consulting firms—especially on long-term public agency contracts.

Cons

Growth pace depends on manager and project Advancement and role expansion can vary widely based on leadership and available opportunities.

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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
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Pros

Great people and culture, internal mobility if you’re networked

Cons

Lots of internal process/procedure but to be expected at a large firm

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