Intern – Geotechnical Engineer, 6 Month

Jobtailor; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Minneapolis is seeking a motivated geotechnical intern to support field investigations, sampling, and data analysis. You will assist with design development, project monitoring, and reporting to project managers and clients.

The role emphasizes collaboration, effective communication, and the ability to work in rough terrain and industrial settings while traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• Ongoing enrollment in ABET-accredited geotechnical/geological engineering or civil degree with geotechnical emphasis.
• Minimum one full-time semester of undergraduate or graduate coursework remaining after internship.
• At least two semesters of physics and three semesters of mathematics.
• Proficiency with Windows OS and Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Able to rent a vehicle for out-of-town assignments.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Willingness to travel and adjust schedule for project needs.
• Ability to work in rough terrain, with or without accommodations.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site support for construction observation, material testing, surveying, and subsurface investigations.
• Perform geotechnical field investigations, collect field samples, and log exploratory test borings.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and analysis.
• Develop design details and assist in designing solutions.
• Monitor construction projects and prepare drawings, specifications, and sketches.
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and executing projects.
• Help ensure project milestones are met.
• Provide regular updates to project managers and clients.
• Communicate effectively with project team members and clients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to align technical work with project objectives.
• Work on geotechnical computer modeling and fieldwork.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Effective collaboration

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

ABET-accredited geotechnical engineering or geological/civil degree program with geotechnical emphasis

Tools

Geotechnical Engineering

Material Testing

Engineering Calculations

Field Sample Collection

Geotechnical Computer Modeling

Design Development

Exploratory Test Boring Logging

Project Monitoring

Technical Drawing Preparation

Surveying

Job description

• Provide on-site support for construction observation, material testing, surveying, and subsurface investigations
• Perform geotechnical field investigations, collect field samples, and log exploratory test borings
• Perform basic engineering calculations and analysis
• Develop design details and assist in designing solutions
• Monitor construction projects
• Prepare drawings, specifications, and sketches
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and executing projects
• Help ensure project milestones are met
• Provide regular updates to project managers and clients
• Communicate effectively with project team members and clients
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to align technical work with project objectives
• Work on geotechnical computer modeling and fieldwork

Requirements

• Ongoing enrollment in an ABET-accredited geotechnical engineering, geological engineering, or civil degree program with a geotechnical emphasis
• Coursework or research related to advanced soil mechanics
• Minimum of one full-time semester of undergraduate or graduate coursework remaining after the internship
• At least two semesters of physics
• Three semesters of mathematics
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows OS and Microsoft Office software
• Current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to rent a vehicle for out-of-town assignments
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future
• Willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs
• Ability to work in rough terrain, around moving machinery, and in industrial facilities, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills, including scheduling, prioritizing, and follow-up
• Ability to effectively present technical information to diverse audiences

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in geotechnical engineering principles, including field investigations, material testing, and engineering calculations. Capable of effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project objectives are met.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Geotechnical Field Investigations
• Advanced Soil Mechanics Coursework
• Microsoft Office Proficiency
• Construction Observation
• Technical Information Presentation

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Material Testing
• Engineering Calculations
• Field Sample Collection
• Geotechnical Computer Modeling
• Design Development
• Exploratory Test Boring Logging
• Project Monitoring
• Technical Drawing Preparation
• Surveying

Soft Skills

• Interpersonal Communication
• Organizational Skills
• Effective Collaboration
• Oral Communication
• Written Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

• Construction Observation
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Geological Engineering
• Subsurface Investigations

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Windows OS
• Microsoft Office