Geotechnical Field Internship: Hands-On Soils & Drilling

ECS Group of Companies; Chesapeake (VA); Vor Ort; USD 22.000 - 25.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a motivated candidate to assist geotechnical fieldwork and subsurface exploration activities, supporting drilling operations, site access evaluations, and field planning.

The role involves observing soil samples, conducting boring layouts with surveying and GPS tools, and contributing to boring logs and field diagrams. Successful candidates are pursuing Civil Engineering or related degrees and possess strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifikationen

• Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Master degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and organized work ethic.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow directions and work under close supervision.

Aufgaben

• Assists with geotechnical fieldwork and subsurface exploration activities
• Supports scheduling and coordination of drilling operations
• Assists with obtaining utility clearances and evaluating site access
• Supports preparation of drilling instructions and field plans
• Performs boring and test pit layout using conventional surveying and GPS equipment
• Assists in observation and classification of soil samples and test pits
• Supports preparation of boring logs and location diagrams
• Performs hand auger borings to obtain soil samples and subsurface information
• Assists with site seismic testing and other field investigations
• Observes foundation construction and ground improvement activities
• Assists with laboratory testing activities as needed
• Documents field observations and supports data collection efforts
• Performs other field or project support tasks as assigned

Kenntnisse

Strong communication

Dependable detail-oriented

Teamwork

Follow directions

Willingness to work outdoors

Ausbildung

Pursuing Civil Engineering or related field

Jobbeschreibung

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a motivated candidate to assist geotechnical fieldwork and subsurface exploration activities, supporting drilling operations, site access evaluations, and field planning.

The role involves observing soil samples, conducting boring layouts with surveying and GPS tools, and contributing to boring logs and field diagrams. Successful candidates are pursuing Civil Engineering or related degrees and possess strong communication and teamwork skills.