Geotechnical Intern — Fieldwork, Training & Impact

Socket.dev; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee resource groups

Flexible work schedules

Extensive training

Wellness programs

Buddy and mentoring programs

Job summary

Langan is seeking a Intern – Geotechnical Engineer to join its collaborative Pittsburgh team. This role supports field investigations, data collection, and analysis under geotechnical leadership, with exposure to site feasibility studies, reports, and design plans.

You will gain hands-on experience with field logs, AutoCAD, and geotechnical software, while developing technical writing, collaboration, and problem-solving skills in a supportive, safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a 4-year or advanced degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
• GPA 3.0 or greater preferred.
• AutoCAD and Microsoft Office knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and execution of field investigations, including logging borings and test pits, collecting samples, performing field tests, and collecting and recording data.
• Observe foundation and earthwork construction activities; monitor conformance with the construction documents (plans and specifications).
• Identify and implement solutions to field and/or laboratory problems.
• Prepare standard logs and field forms, including drilling and test pit logs, field investigation dailies, and chain of custody logs.
• Conduct file reviews, site reconnaissance, and document searches.
• Perform calculations and learn to perform engineering analyses; learn geotechnical engineering software.
• Prepare report exhibits, figures, and plans using AutoCAD.
• Prepare reports, documenting field investigations and analytical results.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

4-year Civil/Geotechnical Engineering degree

Geotechnical coursework preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Langan is seeking a Intern – Geotechnical Engineer to join its collaborative Pittsburgh team. This role supports field investigations, data collection, and analysis under geotechnical leadership, with exposure to site feasibility studies, reports, and design plans.

You will gain hands-on experience with field logs, AutoCAD, and geotechnical software, while developing technical writing, collaboration, and problem-solving skills in a supportive, safety-conscious environment.