Geotechnical Engineering Summer 2027 Intern

SOCOTEC US; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC US is hiring two Geotechnical Engineering Summer 2027 Interns in San Jose, CA (San Jose preferred). You will work with geotechnical staff engineers on subsurface evaluations, field testing, and construction observation. Expect to assist with calculations, reporting, and in-house lab tasks while gaining practical experience.

The program targets current Civil/Geotechnical students; travel and lifting are involved. Housing not provided; you must commute to the San Jose or Alameda office.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering Bachelor's or Master's program is required.
• Junior or Senior year status if an undergraduate applicant.
• Course work in soil mechanics, geology, or foundation engineering preferred.
• Strong communication and ability to interpret technical information required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Assist geotechnical subsurface evaluations and calculations.
• Perform geotechnical field observations and reporting.
• Support in-house laboratory activities.
• Assist Principal engineers with project-related tasks.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Field observations

Strong communication

Interpret technical information

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

About SOCOTEC:
SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.

Company Description
About SOCOTEC:
SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.
SOCOTEC offers competitive salary and benefits, mentorship, training, and social activities.
SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.
Job Description
We will be hiring 2 Geotechnical Engineering Summer 2027 Interns in San Jose or Alameda, CA (San Jose preferred). The successful candidate will work alongside geotechnical staff engineers in the performance of geotechnical field evaluations and construction observation. Duties will include assisting with geotechnical subsurface evaluations and geotechnical calculations, and performance of construction phase observation and reporting. Additional duties may include assisting in our in house laboratory and assisting Principal engineers with project related tasks.
Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a Civil or Geotechnical Engineering Bachelor's or Master's degree program required
• Junior or Senior Year status required, if an undergraduate
• Completion of technical electives or Master's-level courses related to soil mechanics, engineering geology, or foundation engineering required
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to interpret and apply technical information
• Able to perform a wide range of physical activities including lifting up to 50 pounds of equipment on occasion
• Valid driver's license with good driving record is required
  

Additional Information
Salary range: $20-25/hour, depending on qualifications
No housing assistance available; must live within commuting distance of our Alameda or San Jose office during the summer.
OPT or CPT status is acceptable for an internship, but a full-time position will not be available following the completion of the internship if you will require any type of visa sponsorship in the future
Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines
For more information, please visit www.socotec.us
Job Type: Internship for summer 2027; approximate dates June 1-August 15 (TBD; flexible); Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 also possible
SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.