Construction Materials Internship (Level 1)

ECS Group of Companies; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in McKinney, Texas is seeking an engineering intern to observe and document field activities related to the construction process. Responsibilities include sampling and testing construction materials, performing calculations, and communicating with project teams. Candidates must be pursuing a degree in civil engineering or construction-related field, comfortable lifting weights, and have their own transportation. The expected pay ranges from $16 to $20 per hour based on individual qualifications.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a relevant degree in engineering or construction management.
• Interest in building materials and construction processes.
• Ability to lift 40-70 lbs regularly, occasionally up to 85 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Observe and document construction-related field activities.
• Sample, test, and inspect various construction materials.
• Perform calculations and document test results.
• Use field equipment and document readings.
• Read and interpret engineering and construction plans.
• Interact with contractors and project managers.

Skills

Field documentation

Sampling and testing materials

Map reading and interpretation

Communication with team

Education

Bachelor or Master degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• 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

Relocation assistance is not provided for this position.

The expected pay range for this role and location is $16-$20/hour. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

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.