Civil Engineering Materials Lab Intern

Colliers Engineering & Design•Totowa, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly-motivated Civil Engineering Materials Lab Intern to join our Materials Testing Lab for Summer 2026 in our Totowa, NJ office. Colliers Engineering & Design, an affiliate of Colliers, is a trusted provider of multi-discipline engineering, design and consulting services to public and private sector clients. Headquartered in Holmdel, New Jersey with 80+ offices throughout the United States, we specialize in providing a comprehensive suite of services including: civil/site, transportation, MEP (mechanical, electrical & plumbing) engineering, architecture, geospatial/survey, infrastructure, governmental, geotechnical/environmental, telecommunications and utilities engineering. We employ 3,000+ talented professionals who utilize the most advanced technologies to deliver customized solutions for our clients.

Requirements

Associates Degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Construction Technology or pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, or a related field.
Interest in Geotechnical/Concrete/Asphalt Testing.
Must have reliable transportation to the office.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Possess solid problem-solving skills.
Must be able to work in a high-paced environment.
Strong computer literacy, to include MS Office.
Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Responsibilities

Assist technical staff on day-to-day projects.
Prepare reports and document project activities and data.
Prepare analyses from collected data.
Set up and help maintain project files and records.
Assist with laboratory testing, such as soil compaction, water content, particle size, and chemical testing.
Participate in robust internship programming, which includes opportunities to work with other interns, learn about other areas of the business, and develop valuable communication skills and networking connections.

Benefits

Safe, comfortable work environment
Potential for career advancement
Ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities
Opportunities to learn in a variety of settings
Multidisciplinary engineering, surveying, and architectural design projects
Educational opportunities that build a variety of transferrable skills
Career Exploration Series provides interns with chances to network and learn from professionals
End of summer presentations which help showcase their learning and experiences
Additional networking and trainings specific to the students' areas of study
Reimbursement for education
Free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses
Mentorship program
Wellness program
Women’s Organization
Ongoing philanthropic opportunities