Geotechnical College Summer Intern

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc.; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc. in Ashland, VA offers a summer internship across Level 1 and Level 2 roles. Level 1 focuses on field tasks on construction materials testing projects, including observation, sampling, and documentation of results.

Level 2 adds office work alongside professionals, with report creation and soil classification as directed. Applicants should have a reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and be prepared for a pre-employment drug screen and background

Qualifications

• Reliability for field tasks on construction materials testing projects.
• Ability to lift and move up to 60-80 pounds and operate measurement tools.
• Reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and satisfactory driving record.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Level 1: field observation, sampling and testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt and steel placement.
• Document results clearly and accurately for field projects.
• Level 2: assist in report creation and some soil classification tasks alongside professionals.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Math skills

Measurement tools

Driver's license

Education

Civil Engineering student

Geology/Engineering majors encouraged

Tools

Soil testing equipment

Nuclear gauge handling

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.

Salary: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour