Geotechnical Intern

Description

• Perform construction observation.
• Assist with field explorations and collection of samples.
• Assist with geotechnical laboratory tests.
• Assist with report preparation.
• Perform geological or engineering analyses and calculations.
• Interact and communicate with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels.
• Follow Shannon & Wilson's Quality Assurance policy.
• Follow and promote Shannon and Wilson's Health and Safety and Loss Prevention policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Requirements

• At a minimum, completed Junior year of undergraduate coursework working toward degree in Geology or Civil Engineering with an emphasis on Geotechnical.
• 0 to 3 years of experience
• Coursework and/or working backgrounds in one or more of the following areas: soil mechanics and foundation engineering, slope stability, and engineering geology.
• Field/construction observation experience a plus in one or more of the following areas: logging geotechnical explorations, observation of pile driving operations, observations of earthwork activities, installation and recording of geotechnical instrumentation, field reconnaissance, and/or underground work.

Level Placement

Typically, depending on an applicant's education, experience, other qualifications they possess, if they are a fit for the company and local office culture, and the current business needs, a Geotechnical Intern typically would be placed at a Shannon & Wilson Technical Services I, II, III, or IV level.

Shannon & Wilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Shannon & Wilson participates in the E-Verify program.

Please note that non-solicited resumes from external recruitment agencies will not be considered as introductions to our business, unless a preapproved agreement is in place and the external recruitment agency has been engaged to work on this specific vacancy.

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