Geophysics or Geologist Intern

Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities in which we live are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with 650 employees in 30 offices throughout the United States. 

Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company, through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm. 

Benefit options include: 

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
• Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
• Long-term disability
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• Bonus program
• Paid time off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Wellness program
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement

Job Description: 

Are you looking for interesting and meaningful work, a fun and flexible atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. Schnabel is seeking a temporary full-time intern with a Geology and or Civil Engineering background to support our growing GeoDesign group. The emphasis for this position is broadening the intern’s practical knowledge and experience by applying professional principles to real problems under the supervision of senior Geo-Professionals. The position will typically be held from mid-May through mid-August of 2026. Other timeframes may be considered if necessary.

Our GeoDesign group provides geophysical services, geotechnical engineering, geostructural engineering, and infrastructure monitoring.  As part of the GeoDesign team, you will support services on a variety of projects ranging from hazard identification and subsurface explorations to geotechnical, design, geological, geophysical, and construction oversight services.  Our team provides services to owners, contractors, and engineering firms on a wide range of projects, including in the transportation, power/energy, water, and federal markets.   

Job Responsibilities: 

• Performing geophysical, geological, and geotechnical field work including assisting with geophysical data collection and observing geotechnical subsurface explorations
• Create basic plans and figures using AutoCAD, GIS, and Surfer, and or other mapping software
• Provide support to geologists and engineers preparing geophysical and geotechnical proposals and reports  
• Travel will be required

Required Skills/Experience: 

• Current enrollment in a geology or geophysics Bachelors or Master’s program or other relevant engineering or science programs may be considered 
• Possess good oral and written communication skills including note taking in the field and computer literacy
• Ability to work with direction as part of a team  
• Willingness to perform a variety of tasks including office and field work  
• Desire and willingness to work outdoors
• Ability to routinely lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work long days in the field up to 12 hours.

Preferred Skills/Experience: 

• Interest in shallow subsurface geophysics, and/or geology, or geotechnical engineering for civil engineering applications
• Prior professional work or summer intern work in a related field 

Other Requirements: 

• Must possess a valid driver’s license as driving is an essential function of the job
• Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record and credit check
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening 

The compensation range for a Civil Engineering Intern is between $18.00 to $25.00. Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation to all employees, regardless of their location. 

Salary : $18 - $25