Civil Engineering Intern – Geotech
About The Position
Schnabel is seeking a temporary, full-time intern with a Civil Engineering background to support its growing business. The position is intended to broaden the intern’s practical knowledge and experience by applying professional principles to real problems under the supervision of senior engineering personnel. The position runs from May through August 2027. Some travel may be required. Schnabel is an employee-owned professional engineering and consulting firm focused on earth- and environment-related problems, specializing in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. The firm has more than 700 employees in 32 offices throughout the United States. The compensation range is $19.00 to $25.00. Compensation may vary based on geographic location and other factors.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited Civil Engineering bachelor's program; enrollment in other college engineering or relevant science programs may be considered.
- Good oral and written communication skills and computer literacy.
- Ability to work with direction as part of a team.
- Willingness to perform a variety of office and field tasks.
- Desire and willingness to work outdoors.
- Ability to routinely lift up to 50 pounds.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license, as driving is an essential function of the job.
- Ability to pass a background check, which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
- Junior, senior, or graduate student standing.
- Prior professional or summer intern work in a related field.
Responsibilities
- Perform geotechnical field work, including observing subsurface exploration, using GPS to lay out borings, and performing infiltration testing.
- Perform construction observation and materials testing at construction sites.
- Perform laboratory testing.
- Create basic plans and figures using AutoCAD and GIS.
- Support engineers in preparing geotechnical proposals and reports.
- Travel as required.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance (100% company-paid)
- Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
- Long-term disability
- Supplemental life insurance
- 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
- Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
- Bonus program
- Paid time off
- Nine paid holidays
- Wellness program
- Professional development and tuition reimbursement
- Maternity leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
