Geotechnical Intern

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Wade Hampton (SC); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is offering an internship/co-op opportunity across geotechnical, environmental, materials, and facilities engineering. You will work with engineers on field and laboratory assignments, building skills in sampling, testing, data analysis, and report development.

Eligible majors include Civil, Environmental, Geotechnical, Geology, or related fields. You will receive mentorship, participate in a nationwide cohort, and contribute to client outcomes while adhering to Terracon’s safety

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor's or master's degree in a related field.
• Interest in consulting and fieldwork.
• Valid driver's license may be required.
• Demonstrated curiosity and teamwork aligned with Terracon’s values.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with experienced engineers and technicians on field and laboratory assignments.
• Support active project work and observe how technical decisions translate to client outcomes.
• Build core skills in sampling, testing, data analysis, and report development.
• Receive mentorship from professionals committed to helping you grow.
• Participate in a nationwide internship cohort program and share your experience with executive leadership.

Skills

Teamwork

Data analysis

Report writing

Fieldwork

Communication

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering/science/business

Tools

Sampling

Testing procedures

Job description

General Responsibilities

Our internship and co op program offer practical exposure to geotechnical, environmental, materials, and facilities engineering, as well as the business functions that support these services. You’ll work alongside professionals who live our Core Values: Caring, Courage, Curiosity, Excellence Integrity, and Prosperity every day.

Eligible Majors: Civil, Environmental, Geotechnical, Geological, or Construction Engineering; Biology; Geology; or other related technical or business fields.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with experienced engineers and technicians on field and laboratory assignments
• Support active project work and observe how technical decisions translate to client and community outcomes
• Build core skills in sampling, testing, data analysis, and report development
• Receive mentorship from professionals committed to helping you grow
• Participate in a nationwide internship cohort program and share your experience with executive leadership

Every task supports Terracon’s commitment to safety, strengthens our service to clients, and reflects the integrity and excellence behind our work.

Key Learning Areas

• Safe field and laboratory practices that reflect Terracon’s “Safety First” culture
• ASTM, DOT, and COE testing standards
• Proposal and technical report development
• Project management fundamentals
• Quality management systems that support reliable results
• Effective client communication and consulting skills

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, science, technical, or business related fields
• Interest in consulting and fieldwork
• Demonstrated curiosity, teamwork, and alignment with Terracon’s values
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required