Geotechnical Engineer Intern or Co-Op

Atlas Technical Consultants; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Time Off & Family Support

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

Job summary

Atlas Technical Consultants invites engineering or science students to join as an Internship in Kentucky and Southern Indiana, gaining hands-on exposure to construction materials testing, field and lab work, and client support.

Applicants must be enrolled in an engineering or science degree program and available Spring 2026 (and Fall 2026). A valid driver's license and willingness to travel are required; lifting up to 70 pounds and outdoor work in varying conditions may be involved.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an engineering or science degree program.
• Available Spring 2026 and Fall 2026 semesters.
• Willing to travel throughout Kentucky and Indiana.
• Perform field and laboratory testing under guidance from CMT Manager/Geotechnical Engineers.
• Strong reading, writing and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Travel to construction and environmental sites across KY and Southern IN.
• Perform field and laboratory testing as directed.
• Enter daily field observation reports and summaries.
• Assist with equipment setup and sample transport to labs/clients.
• Follow Atlas safety guidelines and communicate with teams.

Skills

Engineering or science degree

Communication skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Engineering or Science degree program enrollment

Job description

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

At Atlas, we're providing services that enable communities to flourish and thrive, and if you’re a engineering student committed to doing meaningful work, then this is your moment. Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.

Core Responsibilities

• Actively enrolled in an engineering or science degree program and available during the Spring 2026 semester.
• Travel to various construction and environmental sites primarily throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana, with potential overnight and/or weekend travel as needed.
• Relay information to the Project Manager and/or Engineer, with limited in-field decision-making.
• Perform field and laboratory tests as directed by the Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Manager and Geotechnical Group Engineers.
• Perform laboratory testing, including soil Proctor, soil moisture and plasticity, aggregate and sieve analysis, concrete compressive strength, and other standard laboratory tests.
• Perform field testing and/or inspection of soil and aggregate placement, footing excavations, reinforcing steel, ready-mix concrete, concrete slabs, floor flatness, masonry, and asphalt.
• Transport equipment, test specimens, and/or documents to field personnel, laboratories, clients, or other offices, and provide physical assistance with equipment setup.
• Enter daily field observation reports and summary reports electronically.
• Experience with concrete, soils, and asphalt testing is preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record required.
• Ability to accurately follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong reasoning, critical thinking, basic mathematical, and language skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak business English.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Physical strength, stamina, and dexterity to lift and move up to 70 pounds, stoop, bend, and stand throughout shifts of up to 12 hours in varying weather conditions and terrain.
• Ability to travel as necessary for job-related duties and stay overnight out of town when required.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Actively enrolled in an engineering or science degree program and available during the Fall 2026 semester.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Physical strength, stamina, and dexterity to lift and move up to 70 pounds, stoop, bend, and stand throughout shifts of up to 12 hours in varying weather conditions and terrain.
• Experience with concrete, soils, and asphalt testing is preferred.
• Motivated, career-oriented individual with a desire to learn and grow within the construction industry.
• Willing and able to travel throughout Kentucky and Indiana as required by project assignments.
• Communicate effectively with Atlas managers, engineering staff, and contractors.
• Perform all job functions in accordance with Atlas safety guidelines.
• Perform other duties as requested or required.
• Work toward and achieve American Concrete Institute (ACI) Level 1 certification within six months of employment.
• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Desire to obtain relevant professional registrations or certifications, if not already obtained.
• General CMT/geotechnical engineering support experience is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

Life:

We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart:

As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Trust:

We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery:

Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Employment Type: Internship

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.