2026 Internship - Construction Services
About The Position
Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is seeking a highly motivated Construction Services Intern to join their Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Spring, TX. This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain versatile skills in the engineering and construction industry. Intertek-PSI is a prominent US-based provider of construction assurance, testing, and inspection services for civil and commercial construction, with a broad service offering including construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing. The intern will gain hands-on training, mentorship, and networking opportunities with industry experts, and will have the chance to shadow different roles and departments. Flexible work schedules and a collaborative environment are provided to support development.
Requirements
- Must be currently enrolled in a Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geology or Construction Management degree program at an accredited University.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record is required.
- Must be able to work off shifts and overtime.
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal & written communication.
- Must be able to read and understand work plans.
- Ability to lift, move, push and pull 30 to 50 pounds frequently. Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance.
- Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound.
- Ability to kneel and squat occasionally.
- Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time.
- Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (hot and cold).
- Ability to climb occasionally.
Responsibilities
- Perform a variety of testing, project specific observations and site assessment duties under direct supervision and/or from detailed controlled procedures.
- Operate testing equipment and conducts testing (example: Soil, concrete or other) and provides assessment of data through reporting.
- Work utilizing drawings, specifications, and diagrams.
- Use specific methods to observe site activities and perform tasks.
- Make detailed observations and gives limited interpretation of results.
- Maintain detailed documentation and data from test results.
- Communicate effectively with client and project teams.
- Assist in classifying soil samples and various geotechnical laboratory testing.
- Assist in preparing work order for construction material testing.
- Provide back-up support for other department administrative staff.
- Perform data entry maintenance in company systems.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedules
- Collaborative work environment
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Career Level
Intern
