Geotechnical Internship - Special Projects Group; Level 1

Geotechnical Internship - Special Projects Group (Level
1)

As an Intern working with our geotechnical group, you will reinforce your education through a practical, hands‑on, paid work experience. Your work will be realistic and rewarding, giving you a position of responsibility. You will contribute ideas, develop knowledge and communication skills, and interact with top professionals in your field. This internship is a learning experience that allows you to explore career options, discover your strengths, and help set career goals.

You will receive meaningful assignments that provide a sense of accomplishment and a “can‑do” attitude will prepare you to take on any project. An internship with ECS will give you the opportunity for career growth within our company.

• Assist with performing lab testing
• Draft boring logs and location diagrams
• Schedule drill rigs for geotechnical projects
• Obtain utility clearance for subsurface explorations
• Assist with the subsurface exploration program and prepare drilling instructions
• Perform boring and test pit layouts using conventional surveying and GPS
• Classify soil samples
• Perform hand augers to obtain subsurface information and soil samples
• Observe foundation or ground improvement installations

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, or a related field
• Interest in how structures are supported and a desire to think outside the box
• Must be able to provide suitable transportation for use on job sites (mileage will be reimbursed)
• Position requires carrying 40–70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 85 lbs to waist height

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 #66 in Engineering News‑Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News‑Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (May 2025).

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