Geotechnical Internship - Fieldwork & Skill-Building

ECS Group of Companies; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies offers a hands-on geotechnical field internship in Carrollton, TX. You will support subsurface exploration, site coordination, and data collection while learning field procedures and reporting.

Ideal candidates are pursuing Civil Engineering degrees, have internship experience, and are willing to work outdoors and travel as needed. A valid driver's license is required for ECS-related work.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Master degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 90 days of related experience.
• At least one internship with ECS or another firm.
• Valid driver’s license if driving for ECS.
• Basic understanding of geotechnical fieldwork and testing procedures.
• Basic problem-solving and observational skills.
• 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

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Follow directions with limited-superb

Geotechnical fieldwork understanding

Problem-solving

Outdoor/site condition adaptability

Education

Pursuing Civil Engineering degree

Job description

ECS Group of Companies offers a hands-on geotechnical field internship in Carrollton, TX. You will support subsurface exploration, site coordination, and data collection while learning field procedures and reporting.

Ideal candidates are pursuing Civil Engineering degrees, have internship experience, and are willing to work outdoors and travel as needed. A valid driver's license is required for ECS-related work.