Construction Materials Testing Intern: Field & Lab

ECS Group of Companies; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Lexington, SC seeks a Construction Materials Testing Intern Level 3 to perform field and laboratory testing on soils, concrete, asphalt, and related materials, with increasing independence on more complex projects. You will document data, prepare reports, attend meetings, and support proposals and scheduling.

You will also assist with training, budgeting, and invoicing activities while developing technical and professional competency aligned with ECS Core Values.

Qualifications

• 90 days of related experience.
• Current graduate student in Civil Engineering with at least one internship with ECS or another firm.
• Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Master degree in Civil Engineering.
• Certifications: Radiation Safety, Soils I, and Concrete I must be completed within stated timelines.

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 appropriate 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 the resolution of project-related issues.
• Assists with the preparation of 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Written communication

Independent work

Education

Civil Engineering degree (Associate/Bachelor/Master) in progress

Radiation Safety

Soils I

Concrete I

Job description

ECS Group of Companies in Lexington, SC seeks a Construction Materials Testing Intern Level 3 to perform field and laboratory testing on soils, concrete, asphalt, and related materials, with increasing independence on more complex projects. You will document data, prepare reports, attend meetings, and support proposals and scheduling.

You will also assist with training, budgeting, and invoicing activities while developing technical and professional competency aligned with ECS Core Values.