Geotechnical Engineering Summer Internship

COWI; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Formalised development plans

Private health care

Flexible and hybrid working conditions

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Maternity/Paternity leave

Job summary

COWI invites motivated students to join its Engineering Summer Internship 2027 in Geotechnical/Engineering Geology. The 8-week position offers hands-on experience within a global consultancy and exposure to ongoing projects under senior engineers.

You will assist with calculations, shadow multidisciplinary teams, and apply engineering fundamentals to real-world challenges, contributing to sustainable infrastructure solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in bachelor's or master's in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical, Civil Engineering or related subject.
• Strong problem-solving abilities are expected.
• Creative and technical thinker with an analytical mindset.
• Evidence of research and information gathering skills.
• Interest in Infrastructure or Energy markets.
• Some design coursework available if requested.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic geotechnical calculations and analysis under supervision.
• Shadow engineers and geologists during coordination meetings with clients, contractors or other disciplines.
• Apply academic engineering fundamentals to project work.
• Gain valuable experience in a global consultancy.

Skills

Geotechnical calculations

Ground modelling

Geo hazards assessment

Team collaboration

Research skills

Design coursework

Education

2 years of university study in Geology/Geotechnical

Job description

COWI invites motivated students to join its Engineering Summer Internship 2027 in Geotechnical/Engineering Geology. The 8-week position offers hands-on experience within a global consultancy and exposure to ongoing projects under senior engineers.

You will assist with calculations, shadow multidisciplinary teams, and apply engineering fundamentals to real-world challenges, contributing to sustainable infrastructure solutions.