What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer 2027 Intern - Geotechnical/Construction Materials position at ESP Associates?
McClelland Consulting Engineers (MCE), an ESP Company, is a regional, multidisciplined engineering consulting firm with more than 160 employees throughout four offices in Little Rock, Fayetteville, Fort Smith, and Rogers. We are focused on providing exceptional customer service by committing our time, energy and professionalism to complete projects that enhance the quality of life, improve infrastructure and offer positive economic impacts to improve the communities where we serve, live and work. We are seeking Geotechnical Engineering / Construction Materials Testing interns in our Fayetteville and Little Rock locations. This is a great opportunity to gain field experience and learn more about a Geotechnical Engineering career path at MCE!
Responsibilities
- Perform QC/QA testing on Civil Engineering projects
- Calibrate and maintain laboratory and field-testing equipment.
- Obtain/maintain certifications for performing field and laboratory construction materials testing through a program approved by a State DOT (CTTP).
- Operate and maintain a company truck during working hours.
- Be prepared for field and lab work
- Keep Lab area clean and workable.
- Reports to the CMT Supervisor for field work and day-to-day operations.
- Responds to requests of Lab Supervisor regarding laboratory activities needed.
- Aids in ordering and obtaining supplies for materials lab.
- Always strive to improve your job performance.
- Be cordial and patient with all fellow employees, owners/clients, and others associated with your job.
- Perform all other duties as requested by the CMT Supervisor not covered in this description above, but necessary to ensure an effective operation of MCE on a continuing basis.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree (BS) program from an accredited Engineering Program (Civil Engineering preferred)
- Microsoft Office Suites (Word/Excel/Outlook)
- Mathematics
- Exercising independent judgment
- Initiative
- Creativity
- Problem solving
- Time Management and Planning
- Strong work ethic
- Candidates must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.