Description

As a Construction Materials Engineering and Testing Intern at Gessner Engineering, you will assist the Department in their daily operations. Your specific responsibilities are commensurate with experience and the expected learning outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Aid team in field service requests
• Assisting lab crew with performing lab testing.
• Collaborate with peers to review and request or provide guidance on appropriate project direction
• Draft lab and field reports for project manager review and approval
• Collaborate in a team setting with department members and other design disciplines such as civil, structural, and external sub-consultants and clients, as necessary, for project coordination.
• Provide regular project updates and a forecast of obstacles to a supervising project manager

Education/ Experience:

• Currently enrolled or recently graduated from an accredited engineering program

Skills and special requirements/licensing:

• Ability to lift 50lbs, bend, stoop, and work in varying weather conditions across varying terrain
• A valid drivers license with a clean driving record for the past 3 years
• At least 21 years of age or older, to be insurable on our auto insurance
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow directions with precise execution.
• Basic computer operation skills and familiarity with internet-based program navigation
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage numerous assignments simultaneously.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentially and professionalism.
• High attention to detail
• Ability to interact with clients, managers, and employees with a high level of professionalism.
• Must be able to work 20 hours a week per semester
  • Must be available for at least two, 8 hour shifts on Monday- Friday from 7:30am-4:30pm.

Gessner Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.