Civil Engineering Materials Intern: Field & Lab Testing

ECS Group of Companies; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Intern Level 3 at ECS Group of Companies performs field and laboratory testing activities, supporting project execution with increasing independence on more complex projects. The role contributes to technical tasks, project coordination, and operational support, including reporting and early involvement in project management.

Current graduate students in Civil Engineering (or similar) with internships with ECS or another firm are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate student in Civil Engineering with at least one internship.
• Pursuing Associate, Bachelor, or Master degree in Civil Engineering.
• Certifications: Radiation Safety, Soils I, Concrete I within set deadlines.
• Strong communication, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Performs construction materials testing and observation for soils, concrete, asphalt, structural steel, masonry, and related materials on projects of increasing complexity.
• Assists in determining field and laboratory testing methods under guidance.
• Performs laboratory testing and interprets results with support from senior staff.
• Documents field and laboratory data accurately and prepares reports.
• Attends project meetings and supports resolution of project-related issues.
• Assists with proposals, scopes of work, and technical documentation.
• Supports scheduling coordination for field activities and testing assignments.
• Assists with training, coordination, and oversight of Field Technicians.
• Supports project budgeting, tracking, and invoicing activities.
• Communicates with project teams, contractors, and field personnel.

Education

Civil Engineering student

Internship experience with ECS

Job description

The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Intern Level 3 at ECS Group of Companies performs field and laboratory testing activities, supporting project execution with increasing independence on more complex projects. The role contributes to technical tasks, project coordination, and operational support, including reporting and early involvement in project management.

Current graduate students in Civil Engineering (or similar) with internships with ECS or another firm are preferred.