Materials Science Lab Internship

ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC is seeking candidates actively pursuing a degree in Earth Sciences, Materials Science, Chemistry, or Civil Engineering for laboratory testing of construction materials. Responsibilities include receiving samples, preparing them for testing, and maintaining the lab's cleanliness.

The ideal candidate will be dependable and detail-oriented, possess good communication skills, and be able to perform physical tasks like lifting samples. Join ECS, a leader in engineering consulting, to contribute to a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift at least 40 pounds.
• Limited knowledge of laboratory equipment and test methods is acceptable.
• Ability to interpret data and record information accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests on construction materials.
• Receive samples and prepare them for testing operations.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and notify supervisors of any issues.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Good communication skills

Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

Pursuing a degree in Earth Sciences or related field

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.

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