Materials Science Lab Internship

Engineering Consulting Service; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineering Consulting Service in Pittsburgh is looking for a motivated individual to assist with laboratory testing on construction materials. The role involves preparing samples, maintaining lab organization, and supporting project management systems. The ideal candidate should be pursuing a degree related to building materials and demonstrate communication and teamwork skills.

The position requires standing for long periods and lifting up to 40 pounds frequently. Join a company recognized for its engineering consulting excellence!

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a relevant degree.
• Good communication skills in speaking, reading, and writing.
• Ability to interpret data and record information.

Responsibilities

• Perform specific tasks for laboratory tests on construction materials.
• Support project management tracking in ECS software systems.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization.

Skills

Materials Science

Communication Skills

Computer Proficiency

Education

Actively pursuing a degree in Earth Sciences, Materials Science, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Civil/Structural Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform specific tasks associated with laboratory tests on construction materials under the direction of others.


• Receive samples and label, bag and prepare paperwork for testing operations


• Support project management tracking in ECS software systems


• Perform photographs of samples


• Cut and/or crush concrete samples for test preparation


• Prepare polished sections of concrete for microscopic analysis


• Perform chemistry tests of concrete


• Maintain the laboratory cleanliness and organization


• Notify supervisor of broken or missing equipment


• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a degree in Earth Sciences, Materials Science, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Civil/Structural Engineering or other degree relevant to the study of building materials.


• Interest in materials science as applied to building materials


• Dependable, detail-oriented, and organized


• Demonstrates good communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing)


• Limited knowledge of laboratory equipment and test methods


• Limited knowledge of sample preparation and test methods


• Ability to interpret data and properly record collected information


• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Word, and Excel


• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift a minimum of 40 pounds a number of times each day


• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, here.