Geotechnical Civil Engineering Intern: Field, Lab & CAD

Schnabel Engineering; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Schnabel Engineering seeks a temporary full-time Civil Engineering Intern to support our growing geotechnical and earth-focused practice for May–August 2027. The role emphasizes applying professional principles to real problems under supervision.

You will gain hands-on experience in field work, construction observation, laboratory testing, and preparing basic drawings with AutoCAD and GIS while collaborating with senior engineers.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in ABET-accredited Civil Engineering bachelor's program.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Willingness to perform office and field tasks outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical field work including observing geotechnical subsurface exploration, using GPS to layout borings, and performing infiltration testing.
• Performing construction observation and materials testing at construction sites
• Performing laboratory testing
• Create basic plans and figures using AutoCAD and GIS
• Providing support to engineers on preparing geotechnical proposals and reports
• Some travel may be required

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Lifting 50 lbs

Diverse tasks

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering Bachelor

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

Schnabel Engineering seeks a temporary full-time Civil Engineering Intern to support our growing geotechnical and earth-focused practice for May–August 2027. The role emphasizes applying professional principles to real problems under supervision.

You will gain hands-on experience in field work, construction observation, laboratory testing, and preparing basic drawings with AutoCAD and GIS while collaborating with senior engineers.