Braun Intertec Corporation, a leader in engineering and environment consulting, is seeking engineering students for a 3 month Intern within our geotechnical engineering department. During this time the student will work in and report to the engineering department. The student will perform engineering-related field and office duties. This position is located in Fargo, ND!
Opportunities:
Perform/observe engineering field tests and complete engineering related fieldwork services, including but not limited to percolation testing, PDA testing/load testing, staking/reconning for subsurface exploration locations, pre/post-condition construction surveys and field electrical resistivity testing. Following testing analysis of the test results, engineering calculations and report preparation may be performed.
Observe construction of various components including rammed aggregate piers, driven pile observations, helical anchor, sheet piles, etc for conformance with project documents
Performs visual and manual classification of soil samples to aid in preparation of soil boring logs in office and on-site field logging with our drill rigs during our subsurface explorations
Performs geotechnical analysis and calculations as requested under the guidance of a professional engineer
Assist in developing geotechnical scopes of work and proposal preparation
Assist with the preparation of geotechnical engineering reports
Mentoring from a licensed engineer and practical engineering experience to develop your professional skills
Performs construction materials testing as requested by the engineering department to support field service operations or engineering evaluations. The testing could include soil density or concrete testing, excavation observations, proofroll observations, and rebar inspections
Assist with the installation and monitoring of in-situ geotechnical instrumentation (vibrating wire piezometers, inclinometer readings, groundwater monitoring transducers, etc.)
Learn procedures and gain exposure to ASTM, AASHTO, ICC and DOT standards
Add to your professional résumé with experience and references from a well-respected engineering consulting firm
Competitive pay and the opportunity to work overtime
Gain experience in writing proposal and reports
Hourly wage for this position is $23/hr.
Required Skills:
Have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
Ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
Willing to travel up to 50% and overnight
Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as necessary
Required Experience:
College student working toward civil engineering
Some related work experience preferred, but will train top applicants
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.
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