Geotechnical Engineering Internship — Mentored, Hybrid Start

Mott MacDonald; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Mentorship program

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Mott MacDonald in San Francisco, CA offers a summer internship (Prelaunch) designed to build a foundation for a successful engineering career. The program provides structured development over three months with mentorship, learning experiences, and opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects.

You’ll work alongside experienced consultants, project managers and subject matter experts, developing technical skills while adopting a consultant mindset and contributing from day one.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field.
• Demonstrated internships, volunteering, or organizations in the field.
• Creative thinking with a methodical, pragmatic problem-solving approach.
• Proficient communication and presentation skills for client and colleague engagement.
• Resilient, growth-oriented mindset focused on delivering value.
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborative spirit and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Designing engineering solutions
• Conducting site inspections and monitoring
• Joining project and client meetings
• Refining technical designs and documentation
• Analyzing reports and specifications
• Exploring project and client management
• Leveraging digital tools and innovation
• Driving sustainable outcomes
• Building connections through the Early Career Professionals Network

Skills

Creative thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Geotechnical Engineering (in progress)

Tools

Digital tools

Job description

Mott MacDonald in San Francisco, CA offers a summer internship (Prelaunch) designed to build a foundation for a successful engineering career. The program provides structured development over three months with mentorship, learning experiences, and opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects.

You’ll work alongside experienced consultants, project managers and subject matter experts, developing technical skills while adopting a consultant mindset and contributing from day one.