Geotechnical Field Internship II - Hands-On Fieldwork

Engineering Consulting Service; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies conducts geotechnical fieldwork and subsurface exploration across diverse sites, combining hands-on field activities with data collection and reporting. This role supports drilling operations, logging soils, and coordinating field efforts in a dynamic environment.

The position emphasizes safety, independent work, and teamwork, with a path to certifications during introductory and early employment periods. Outdoor-site work and varying conditions are expected.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Master degree in Civil Engineering, or other degree related to our services.
• At least one internship with ECS or another firm.
• 90 days of related experience.
• One certification must be completed within the 90-day introductory period, and all basic certifications must be completed within 270 days of employment, including: Radiation Safety, Soils I, and Concrete I.
• Additional certifications applicable to the work performed may be required for Level 2.
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver’s license is required.
• Willingness to work in outdoor environments and varying site conditions.

Responsibilities

• Performs geotechnical fieldwork and supports subsurface exploration activities.
• Assists with scheduling drilling operations and coordinating field efforts.
• Obtains utility clearances for subsurface investigation activities.
• Supports preparation of drilling instructions and field plans.
• Performs boring and test pit layout using surveying and GPS equipment.
• Observes and classifies soils and test pits.
• Prepares boring logs and location diagrams.
• Performs hand auger borings to obtain soil samples and subsurface data.
• Assists with or performs specialized testing (e.g., Pile Driving Analyzer testing).
• Supports site seismic testing and other geotechnical investigations.
• Observes foundation construction and ground improvement installations.
• Documents field observations and supports data collection and reporting.
• Performs other field or project support tasks as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Autonomy

Education

Civil Engineering degree (in progress)

Job description

ECS Group of Companies conducts geotechnical fieldwork and subsurface exploration across diverse sites, combining hands-on field activities with data collection and reporting. This role supports drilling operations, logging soils, and coordinating field efforts in a dynamic environment.

The position emphasizes safety, independent work, and teamwork, with a path to certifications during introductory and early employment periods. Outdoor-site work and varying conditions are expected.