Student Internship - Rail Geotechnical

Olsson • Lincoln, NE

5h

About The Position

As one of our student interns on the Rail Geotechnical and Construction Services team you will perform meaningful, hands-on, real-world work that will transform your classroom experience and help you envision your future career. This position will range based on current workload from be working with the geotechnical engineers and construction managers, supporting the soils laboratory and assisting with various field activities from supporting drilling operations to construction observation. Your experience will include assisting our geotechnical engineering team developing geotechnical designs, calculations, and assisting with deliverable preparation for railroad related projects.
The Olsson Rail Geotechnical and Construction Services team supports various railroad related projects across the county. We work with multiple Class 1 railroads, short lines, industries, and public agencies in the rail market. In addition to the upfront geotechnical design services, our interns will also be integrated into the larger Olsson rail program through the various design phases and will also have some exposure to construction management when the design become a reality for our clients. In addition to geotechnical and construction services, Olsson also provides track design, bridge design, hydrology and hydraulics, utility design, signal design, Grade crossings, environmental, construction material testing, survey, non-destructive testing, real estate coordination, facilities, and emergency response services to support our rail clients.
Freshman and sophomores are encouraged to apply.
We have one current internship opening and will consider candidates interested in being located out of our field offices in Lincoln, NE or Omaha, NE.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and to follow and understand all safety regulations and work in a safe manner.
• Ability to work independently when needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Willing to travel and explore new opportunities.
• Ability to work part-time during the school year in addition to full-time in the summer.

Responsibilities

• Working with the geotechnical engineers and construction managers
• Supporting the soils laboratory
• Assisting with various field activities from supporting drilling operations to construction observation
• Assisting our geotechnical engineering team developing geotechnical designs, calculations, and assisting with deliverable preparation for railroad related projects.

Benefits

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed