Materials Testing Intern

Westwood Professional Services • Appleton, WI

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About The Position

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Materials Testing Intern or Co-Op to join our team in our Appleton, Wisconsin office. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients. Geotechnical/ Construction Materials Testing Interns are responsible for performing field and laboratory testing of materials used in construction in accordance with published standards and Westwood laboratory policies and procedures. If you are looking to work in a top-notch firm that encourages teamwork, we'd like to hear from you. We provide a warm, employee-friendly environment to develop your career and accentuate your talents.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a B.S. or M.S. program in geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, or geological engineering, or an associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology
• Related work experience is a plus
• Good analytical and organizational skills with the capability to problem solve
• The ability to maintain a clean and orderly workspace/vehicle is required
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing in English
• Ability to use sound judgment
• Ability to travel and work in the field
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and various terrains associated with undeveloped sites and active construction projects
• Ability to lift 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Geotechnical and construction materials testing of soil, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt mixes on renewable energy, commercial, municipal, and WisDOT projects
• Perform asphalt mix laboratory testing (including grain size analysis of extracted asphalt, extraction of asphaltic paving mixtures, bulk specific gravity, and theoretical max specific gravity)
• Perform soil and asphalt compaction/density testing on multiple projects for conformance to project specifications
• Test concrete during placement at project sites for conformance to project specifications
• Obtain asphalt mix, soil, and aggregate samples from the field and deliver them to the laboratory for testing
• Prepare and submit written daily field reports summarizing daily activities/observations, test calculations, and results
• Communicate with laboratory office and on-site personnel about the schedule, testing requirements, and results
• Calibrate, repair, and perform routine maintenance on field and laboratory equipment and laboratory workspace
• Organize and process test samples in the lab
• Perform laboratory tests and report laboratory test data

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment
• Prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type
• Encourages diverse backgrounds

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree