Geotechnical Lab & Field Intern: Launch Your Career

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc.; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc. invites a College Intern to support soil testing and materials work in our State College office. Level 1 and Level 2 interns will handle lab tasks and may assist with field observations, sampling, and documentation of results under supervision.

Level 2 may work on report creation and more technical roles as directed by professionals. A reliable vehicle, valid license, and strong communication are required.

Qualifications

• Reliable vehicle for construction sites and a valid driver’s license.
• Must complete pre-employment requirements.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical procedures and use measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist lab tasks for soils testing, including sieve analysis, Atterberg limits, and compressive strength testing of concrete cylinder samples.
• Possibly perform field tasks such as field observation, sampling, and testing of construction materials with clear documentation of results.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Pre-employment requirements

Verbal & written communication

Mathematical ability

Education

Civil Engineering (Geotechnical) students

Job description

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc. invites a College Intern to support soil testing and materials work in our State College office. Level 1 and Level 2 interns will handle lab tasks and may assist with field observations, sampling, and documentation of results under supervision.

Level 2 may work on report creation and more technical roles as directed by professionals. A reliable vehicle, valid license, and strong communication are required.