Geotechnical Engineering Intern — Fieldwork & Growth

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Extensive training

Wellness programs

Buddy and mentoring programs

Employee resource groups

Job summary

Langan is seeking an Intern – Geotechnical Engineer to join its team in Pittsburgh, PA. The role supports field investigations, data collection, and engineering analyses; you will work closely with geotechnical leaders and gain exposure to site feasibility studies, reporting, and AutoCAD documentation.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, with a 3.0+ GPA preferred, and familiar with AutoCAD and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a 4-year or advanced degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• GPA 3.0 or greater preferred.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Travel may be required depending on project needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field investigations: logging borings/test pits, collecting samples, field tests, and data recording.
• Observe foundation and earthwork construction; ensure conformance with plans and specs.
• Identify and implement solutions to field/lab problems.
• Prepare logs and forms: drilling/test pit logs, field dailies, chain of custody logs.
• Conduct site reconnaissance and document searches.
• Perform calculations and learn geotechnical analyses; learn software.
• Prepare reports, exhibits, and plans using AutoCAD.
• Prepare reports documenting field investigations and analytical results.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Judgment

Education

Enrolled in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (4-year)

GPA 3.0+ preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Langan is seeking an Intern – Geotechnical Engineer to join its team in Pittsburgh, PA. The role supports field investigations, data collection, and engineering analyses; you will work closely with geotechnical leaders and gain exposure to site feasibility studies, reporting, and AutoCAD documentation.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, with a 3.0+ GPA preferred, and familiar with AutoCAD and MS Office.