Summer Internship - Engineering Technician Job at Geo-Technology Associates, Inc., Georgetown, DE

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  • Geo-Technology Associates, Inc.
  • Georgetown, DE

Job Description

Paid Internship -Geo-Technology Associates, Inc. (GTA) is seeking college students for a summer internship. Students with an interest in building a career in the construction observation and/or geotechnical engineering fields are desired. Interns in this position will be provided training and will work closely with experienced engineering field staff. Some of the daily responsibilities will be as follows:

  • Performing tests on soil, concrete, asphalt, and other materials at the construction site or in one of our laboratories. Field testing commonly involves testing the moisture and density of soils using a nuclear density testing gauge
  • Observing and documenting construction activities to assure compliance with technical specifications. Prepare daily field reports and test summaries documenting the work
  • Interacting with contractors, clients, and GTA personnel to evaluate site conditions and participating in work progress meetings

Most of your day will be spent outdoors. Be prepared to work in a variety of weather conditions. This position may require standing for extended durations as well as repetitive motions such as lifting or hammering. You must have the ability to use your hands to handles, finger or feel; reach, climb or balance; crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit; see distance and peripheral vision, depth vision and ability to focus. You must be physically capable of lifting 60 pounds regularly; and occasionally move 80 pounds or more (such as a loaded wheelbarrow of concrete or soil samples). You should expect to work approximately 5-10 hours of overtime per week.

Candidate Requirements:

  • College student pursuing a degree in civil engineering, geology or a related field
  • Own reliable transportation, valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record. You will drive to the project sites in your own vehicle (we reimburse you for mileage/tolls)
  • Steel-toe or composite-toe boots


We ensure nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and all revisions and addendums thereof.

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Job Tags

Full time, For contractors, Internship, Outdoor,

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