Geotechnical Engineering Summer 2027 Intern

socotec· US - GeoTechnical
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📍 Alameda, CA, United StatesIntern💰 USD 20–25

About this role

Company Description

About SOCOTEC:

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects. 

SOCOTEC offers competitive salary and benefits, mentorship, training, and social activities.

SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

Job Description

We will be hiring 2 Geotechnical Engineering Summer 2027 Interns in San Jose or Alameda, CA (San Jose preferred).  The successful candidate will work alongside geotechnical staff engineers in the performance of geotechnical field evaluations and construction observation. Duties will include assisting with geotechnical subsurface evaluations and geotechnical calculations, and performance of construction phase observation and reporting. Additional duties may include assisting in our in house laboratory and assisting Principal engineers with project related tasks.

    Qualifications

    • Current enrollment in a Civil or Geotechnical Engineering Bachelor's or Master's degree program required
    • Junior or Senior Year status required, if an undergraduate
    • Completion of technical electives or Master's-level courses related to soil mechanics, engineering geology, or foundation engineering required
    • Strong communication skills
    • Ability to interpret and apply technical information
    • Able to perform a wide range of physical activities including lifting up to 50 pounds of equipment on occasion
    • Valid driver's license with good driving record is required

    Additional Information

    Salary range: $20-25/hour, depending on qualifications

    No housing assistance available; must live within commuting distance of our Alameda or San Jose office during the summer.

    OPT or CPT status is acceptable for an internship, but a full-time position will not be available following the completion of the internship if you will require any type of visa sponsorship in the future

    Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

    For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

    Job Type: Internship for summer 2027; approximate dates June 1-August 15 (TBD; flexible); Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 also possible

    SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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    This Geotechnical Engineering Summer 2027 Intern role at socotec is based in Alameda, CA, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
    Is the Geotechnical Engineering Summer 2027 Intern role at socotec full-time or part-time?
    This is listed as a Intern position. It is posted as a Geotechnical Engineering Summer 2027 Intern role in the US - GeoTechnical department at socotec.
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    This Geotechnical Engineering Summer 2027 Intern position is part of the US - GeoTechnical department at socotec. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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