Technical Intern, Geotechnical Winter 2027

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH); Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid holidays

$1,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) in Waltham is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering co-op for winter/spring 2027. You’ll develop skills on investigations, analyses, and designs across foundations, slope stability, and soil behavior under supervision.

You are currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, with interest in geotechnical engineering, strong grades, and excellent communication. SGH offers medical insurance, paid holidays, and a $1,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and plan to complete a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Interest in geotechnical engineering.
• High grades in their studies.
• Interest in learning through hands-on work experience in a consulting engineering environment.
• Enthusiastic about the challenges of developing sophisticated engineering work products in an atmosphere of high professionalism.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and develop your engineering skills on a breadth of projects that may include:
• Engineering investigations, analyses, and design of structures include deep and shallow foundations, ground improvement systems, earth retaining structures, excavation support systems, and adjacent construction.
• Analyses related to soil settlement, slope stability, soil dynamics, groundwater flow, and seepage. Evaluate earthen embankments/dams/reservoirs, tunnels, asphalt, and concrete pavements.
• Analyses and forensic evaluations of failed or deteriorated structures.
• Support construction operations for contractors, including new construction, rehabilitation, strengthening, and repair.
• Collaborate with SGH's Marine, Flood, Engineering Mechanics, Structural, and Building Technology groups on slope and shoreline stabilization, retaining wall systems, footing drainage systems, sub-slab dewatering systems, floodproofing, plaza drainage systems, and many other exciting projects.
• Organize field data and assist with research to facilitate analysis, problem-solving, and repair design.
• Perform analysis under the guidance of licensed professionals using a combination of hand calculations and analysis software.
• Assist with preparing client deliverables, including construction documents, specifications, and written reports.

Skills

Geotechnical interest

Strong communication

Hands-on learning

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Job description

Do you want to help engineer what's next?

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients' most complex challenges. We leverage our collective and diverse experience, technical expertise, and industry knowledge of structures and building enclosures, advanced analysis, performance & code consulting, and applied science & research to deliver unrivaled, comprehensive solutions that drive superior performance. With 800 employees in offices nationwide, SGH's industry-leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of what's possible.

What makes careers at SGH so special?

The only way to advance is to question and explore. Every member of the SGH team is both a learner and an educator, committed to advancing ourselves, our teams, and our industry. Together we are creating a community that never settles for what is but always sees what could be.

There Are Many Reasons To Love SGH

• Our Work: Our clients trust us to bring clarity and deliver outstanding solutions for their most complex projects.
• Our People: We are bold thinkers and compassionate teammates, committed to lifelong learning and professional growth.
• Our Commitment: We live with integrity and embrace an obligation to give back to our professions and communities.
• Our Contribution: We offer a comprehensive and rich compensation and benefits package with company-paid and voluntary programs to help build healthy lifestyles, strong relationships, and future prosperity.

We want someone passionate about engineering who wants to gain invaluable experience.

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is seeking current students for a 2027 winter/spring Geotechnical Engineering co-op in our Waltham office.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist with and develop your engineering skills on a breadth of projects that may include:
• Engineering investigations, analyses, and design of structures include deep and shallow foundations, ground improvement systems, earth retaining structures, excavation support systems, and adjacent construction.
• Analyses related to soil settlement, slope stability, soil dynamics, groundwater flow, and seepage. Evaluate earthen embankments/dams/reservoirs, tunnels, asphalt, and concrete pavements.
• Analyses and forensic evaluations of failed or deteriorated structures.
• Support construction operations for contractors, including new construction, rehabilitation, strengthening, and repair.
• claims in litigation projects.
• Collaborate with SGH's Marine, Flood, Engineering Mechanics, Structural, and Building Technology groups on slope and shoreline stabilization, retaining wall systems, footing drainage systems, sub-slab dewatering systems, floodproofing, plaza drainage systems, and many other exciting projects.
• Organize field data and assist with research to facilitate analysis, problem-solving, and repair design.
• Perform analysis under the guidance of licensed professionals using a combination of hand calculations and analysis software.
• Assist with preparing client deliverables, including construction documents, specifications, and written reports.

What You’ll Need

• Currently enrolled and plan to complete a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Interest in geotechnical engineering.
• High grades in their studies.
• Interest in learning through hands-on work experience in a consulting engineering environment.
• Enthusiastic about the challenges of developing sophisticated engineering work products in an atmosphere of high professionalism.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits Overview

Full-time temporary employees are eligible for medical insurance, paid holidays and sick leave. Part-time temporary employees are eligible for sick leave.

Compensation

• Undergraduate: $29.25 - $32.50 per hour
• Graduate: $33.75 - $34.75 per hour
• PhD student: $36.75 per hour

Technical Interns are eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus.

Technical Intern

$29.25-$36.75 USD

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