Geotechnical College Intern- Ashland, VA

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates invites Summer Interns to join our Ashland, VA office. You will support field teams on construction materials testing and participate in documentation of results, with Level 2 interns assisting in reports and soil classification.

Level 1 targets freshmen/sophomores; Level 2 adds office tasks and collaboration with professionals. A strong emphasis on safety, learning, and hands-on experience in geotechnical engineering is offered.

Qualifications

• Reliable vehicle for construction sites with a valid driver's license.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Ability to lift/move up to 60–80 pounds.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic math and use of measurement tools.
• Geotechnical or geology/engineering students encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Level 1 interns perform field tasks on construction materials testing.
• Field observation, sampling, testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt and steel placement.
• Document results clearly and concisely.
• Level 2 interns mix Level 1 tasks with office work such as report creation and soil classification.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Mathematical ability

Measurement tools usage

Education

Civil Engineering (Geotechnical) student

Job description

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates is a top-tier, multi-disciplined engineering firm with a demonstrated history of success for the past 30 years (and counting!) Just ask Engineering News-Record who named us to its ranking of "Top 500 Design Firms in the Nation" for our continued rapid growth and success. Our achievements can be contributed to multiple facets, but above all we are successful because of our motivated employees who strive to make every day count. For this exact reason, we strongly believe in fostering teamwork, rewarding ambition, and providing opportunities for professional advancement.

YOUR ROLE:

As a Summer Intern in our Ashland, VA office, you will directly play an integral role in the success of our organization and the early formation of your professional career. As part of this team, you will work under minimal supervision or in collaboration with our knowledgeable, dynamic staff on a wide variety of projects.

We have two levels for interns. Level 1 interns are Freshman and Sophomores. Level 2 interns are Juniors, Seniors and Graduate students. Level 1 interns will primarily be assigned field tasks on our construction materials testing projects. Moreover, some key responsibilities will include field observation, sampling and testing of construction materials, followed by clear documentation of results. Some materials you may work with include (but are not limited to) soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt and structural steel placement. Level 2 interns will do a mix of Level 1 tasks along with office assignments working alongside other professionals. Level 2 interns may assist in report creation, soil classification, and other technical roles as directed by a professional.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Reliable vehicle for construction sites, valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• Participation in a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 60-80 pounds (soil and concrete samples, nuclear gauges, etc.)
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical procedures and use measurement tools.
• Civil Engineer (Geotechnical) students highly desirable but other Geology or Engineering disciplines are encouraged to apply.