Civil Materials Internship: Field Testing

ECS Group of Companies; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking an intern in Wilmington, North Carolina, who is pursuing a Bachelor or Master’s degree in civil engineering or related fields. The role involves observing and documenting construction-related activities, testing materials, and communicating with contractors and project managers. Ideal candidates must be able to lift substantial weights and provide suitable transportation for job sites. This position offers a hands-on experience in the construction field.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• Must be able to lift heavy materials (40-70 lbs regularly).
• Must provide transportation for job sites.

Responsibilities

• Observe and document construction activities.
• Test and inspect various construction materials.
• Interacting with contractors and project managers.

Skills

Communication

Field testing

Interpreting engineering plans

Education

Bachelor or Master degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

• Observing and documenting field activities related to the construction process
• Sampling, testing, and inspecting soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, and structural steel placement
• Performing calculations and data reduction of test results along with drafting
• Using field screening equipment and documenting readings
• Reading maps, following directions, and interpreting engineering and construction plans
• Interacting and communicating daily with contractors, technicians, and project managers
• Gaining the confidence to be the sole representative of ECS on project sites
  
  

• Observing and documenting field activities related to the construction process
• Sampling, testing, and inspecting soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, and structural steel placement
• Performing calculations and data reduction of test results along with drafting
• Using field screening equipment and documenting readings
• Reading maps, following directions, and interpreting engineering and construction plans
• Interacting and communicating daily with contractors, technicians, and project managers
• Gaining the confidence to be the sole representative of ECS on project sites
  
  

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• Actively pursuing a Bachelor or Master degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related degree
• Interest in how building materials are utilized in the construction process
• Position requires carrying 40 - 70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 85 lbs to waist height
• Must be able to provide suitable transportation for use on job sites - mileage will be reimbursed
  
  

Please note: relocation assistance is not provided for this position

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.