Geotechnical Engineering/ Geologist Internship

GZA GeoEnvironmental • Somerset, NJ

1d • $22 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is looking for a motivated Engineer/Geologist Intern to join our technical practice in our Somerset, New Jersey office. As an Entry-Level Engineer/Geologist Intern, you will work on a wide variety of exciting projects amongst a team of dedicated project managers and principals. Our close-knit culture here at GZA will allow you to apply your expertise and diversify your skill set by participating in challenging projects. You will be mentored by seasoned professional engineers/ scientists, who will in turn look to you to share technical knowledge and ideas. Our success relies on this collaborative environment. GZA is an employee-owned multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with a history of over 60 years of providing innovative engineering solutions to improve the natural and built environments. We are an ENR Top 500 Design firm focused on environmental, geotechnical, water, ecological, and construction management services. With a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below and at ground-level, GZA’s experts provide seamless integration across practice areas, client type, and project location. GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. is an Affirmative/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital or veteran status, age or other protected status. www.gza.com Note to Staffing Agencies: GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or other third parties. All unsolicited resumes will be considered a gift, and GZA will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. GZA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. This policy is in place to ensure we respect the relationships with our preferred vendors and avoid any potential misunderstandings.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, or related field is required.
• Strong communication, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to perform field tasks and activities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Has a reliable means of transportation to/from project sites.

Nice To Haves

• Previous relevant work experience is preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Office and AutoCAD skills are preferred.
• Highly motivated self-starter with a professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Perform outdoor, all-season, geotechnical, geohydrologic, or environmental field tasks and assist with the technical execution of projects.
• Conduct subsurface geotechnical and geologic investigations in connection with building, infrastructure and other development projects.
• Perform field permeability testing and hydrogeologic evaluations for infiltration facilities.
• Conduct laboratory testing in our soils mechanics laboratory.
• Reducing and summarizing geohydrologic and geotechnical data and preparing plans for inclusion in interpretive reports for clients.
• Conduct field and office QA/QC responsibilities.
• Provide geotechnical monitoring and using instrumentation to record vibrations, settlements, slope movements, water levels, water quality, and other critical geotechnical and environmental data.
• Perform geotechnical and stormwater related construction monitoring field tasks such as embankment fill and retaining wall construction, foundation installation, in-situ permeability testing, and sinkhole stabilization.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern