2025 Geotechnical Internship (Bismarck)

Braun Intertec • Bismarck, ND

270d • $23,500 - $53,500

About The Position

Braun Intertec Corporation, a leader in engineering and environment consulting, is seeking engineering students for a 3 month Intern within our geotechnical engineering department. During this time the student will work in and report to the engineering department. The student will perform engineering-related field and office duties. This position is located in Fargo, ND!

Requirements

• Have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Willing to travel up to 50% and overnight.
• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as necessary.
• College student working toward civil engineering.
• Some related work experience preferred, but will train top applicants.

Responsibilities

• Perform/observe engineering field tests and complete engineering related fieldwork services, including but not limited to percolation testing, PDA testing/load testing, staking/reconning for subsurface exploration locations, pre/post-condition construction surveys and field electrical resistivity testing.
• Following testing analysis of the test results, engineering calculations and report preparation may be performed.
• Observe construction of various components including rammed aggregate piers, driven pile observations, helical anchor, sheet piles, etc for conformance with project documents.
• Perform visual and manual classification of soil samples to aid in preparation of soil boring logs in office and on-site field logging with our drill rigs during our subsurface explorations.
• Perform geotechnical analysis and calculations as requested under the guidance of a professional engineer.
• Assist in developing geotechnical scopes of work and proposal preparation.
• Assist with the preparation of geotechnical engineering reports.
• Mentoring from a licensed engineer and practical engineering experience to develop your professional skills.
• Perform construction materials testing as requested by the engineering department to support field service operations or engineering evaluations.
• Assist with the installation and monitoring of in-situ geotechnical instrumentation (vibrating wire piezometers, inclinometer readings, groundwater monitoring transducers, etc.).
• Learn procedures and gain exposure to ASTM, AASHTO, ICC and DOT standards.
• Add to your professional résumé with experience and references from a well-respected engineering consulting firm.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and the opportunity to work overtime.
• Hourly wage for this position is $23/hr.
• Gain experience in writing proposal and reports.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree