Geotechnical Intern

Terracon • Columbia, SC

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About The Position

Terracon’s internship and co-op program provides practical exposure to geotechnical, environmental, materials, and facilities engineering, as well as the business functions that support these services. Interns work alongside professionals who demonstrate Terracon’s Core Values: Caring, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, and Prosperity. The role includes collaboration on field and laboratory assignments, support for active project work, mentorship, and participation in a nationwide internship cohort program. The work emphasizes safety, client service, and integrity. Learning areas include safe field and laboratory practices, ASTM, DOT, and COE testing standards, proposal and technical report development, project management fundamentals, quality management systems, and client communication and consulting skills.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, science, technical, or business-related fields.
• Interest in consulting and fieldwork.
• Demonstrated curiosity and teamwork, and alignment with Terracon’s values.
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history may be required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with experienced engineers and technicians on field and laboratory assignments.
• Support active project work and observe how technical decisions translate to client and community outcomes.
• Develop skills in sampling, testing, data analysis, and report development.
• Receive mentorship from professionals.
• Participate in a nationwide internship cohort program and share the internship experience with executive leadership.
• Follow safe field and laboratory practices and support Terracon’s commitment to safety.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern