Geotechnical Lab and Field Services Intern - Summer 2027

STV Incorporated; Glasgow (KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability insurance

Life Insurance and AD&D

401(k) Plan

Retirement Counseling

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Continuing Education Program

Professional Licensure and Society Mbr

Job summary

STV Incorporated is seeking an enthusiastic Geotechnical Lab and Field Services Intern to join our team in a hybrid role requiring at least three days in the office each week. You will gain hands-on experience with geotechnical investigations, soil/rock testing, and field operations on nationwide projects.

This internship targets undergraduates and graduates, with opportunities to learn from experienced professionals and contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects while developing skills in

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor’s or master’s degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds during lab/field tasks.
• Drilling operations may require out-of-town stays.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform soil and rock laboratory testing per AASHTO/ASTM methods.
• Support engineering staff with geotechnical investigation deliverables (boring layouts, data compilation, initial site research).
• Assist in field materials testing, drilling support, sample pickup/delivery.
• Work in varying weather and near heavy construction equipment.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Field testing

Drilling support

Team player

Lift 50 lbs

Education

ABET-accredited Geotechnical/Civil Eng program

Tools

PLAXIS 2D

PLAXIS 3D

ITASCA FLAC/UDEC

Job description

STV is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Geotechnical Lab and Field Services Intern to join our team.

This internship offers an opportunity for undergraduate and graduate-level candidates to work alongside our experienced team, learn, and contribute to meaningful projects.

This hybrid position requires at least 3 days a week in the office. Preference will be given to those who can participate in the internship for at least 3 months.

In this role, you will gain hands‑on experience working on heavy civil underground structures such as cut-and-cover and mined tunnels, caverns, shafts, and underground facilities, including substations and treatment facilities, throughout the United States.

You will be involved in the planning, organization, development, supervision, and interpretation of geotechnical investigations; this includes drilling/boring programs, laboratory testing, field/slope mapping, and excavation/tunnel mapping for the design and construction of slopes, embankments, retaining structures, excavation support systems, tunnel support systems, and foundations.

STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities.

Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,400 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities.

The firm is ranked 32nd in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 10th in its transportation category.

STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world-class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders.

We’re also committed to delivering formative career experiences – and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm.

We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work.

Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully.

We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations.

Learn more atstvinc.com.

STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future.

Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions.

We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects.

Learn more.

STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Responsibilities

• Perform soil and rock laboratory testing in accordance with the respective AASHTO and ASTM methods.
• Provide support to engineering staff for the development of geotechnical investigation report deliverables such as boring layouts, laboratory data compilation, initial site research, etc.
• Provide assistance as needed in the field performing materials testing, geotechnical drilling support, sample pickup/delivery, etc.
• Field work will typically occur in all types of weather and around significant construction equipment with exposure to dirt, grease, oils, etc.
• Field work requires walking over various types of terrain such as low-lying swampy areas to mountainous, rugged terrain.
• Significant time spent bending or kneeling during each day.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field at an ABET-accredited University or NCEES equivalent.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds while assisting with day-to-day laboratory and field services operations.
• Drilling operations may require out of town stays.
• Team player with curiosity and desire to learn.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge in Geotechnical Data Reports (GDR).
• Experience with PLAXIS 2D and 3D and ITASCA software (FLAC 2D and UDEC).
• Experience in rock and soil logging, rock tunnel mapping, and subsurface investigations.
• Experience in the architecture/engineering/construction management industry.

Other Information

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Compensation Range: $50,242.00 - $57,094.00

STV offers the following benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Back-Up Dependent Care
• Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good‑faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.