About the role#
The Lab Engineer (Intern) supports geotechnical engineering projects by conducting soil and rock testing in our in-house laboratory. This role involves sample preparation, executing tests to industry standards, and maintaining the lab environment. We are looking for students graduating by Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 who want hands-on experience. High-performing interns may be considered for full-time roles after graduation.
What you'll do#
- Process and prepare soil and rock samples for laboratory testing.
- Execute geotechnical tests following ASTM or AASHTO protocols.
- Maintain and clean laboratory equipment, including washing reusable tools.
- Keep accurate documentation of all test procedures, observations, and results.
- Manage multiple tasks, such as packaging field equipment, restocking supplies, and coordinating soil disposal.
- Follow all safety guidelines to maintain a secure work environment.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for geology, civil engineering, environmental sciences, materials sciences, or a related field.
- Ability to work on-site in South Plainfield, New Jersey.
- Physical ability to stand and walk for 6 to 8 hours per shift.
- Capacity to lift, move, push, and pull weights between 25 and 50 lbs independently.
- Frequent ability to kneel and squat.
- Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills.
- Prior laboratory experience is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: South Plainfield, New Jersey.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling, with an initial four-month period and potential for extensions.
- Schedule: Full-time hours, Monday to Friday with occasional weekends as needed.
About ANS
ANS is an engineering services firm founded in 2005. The company employs 376 people across 19 offices in the United States and Mexico. It provides technical expertise for projects from the initial concept through construction. The firm maintains its headquarters in Columbus, Ohio.
How to get in at ANS
Securing an internship at ANS requires speed because early applicants are often reviewed before the volume of candidates becomes unmanageable. You can gain a significant advantage by using Intern Insider to receive an instant alert the moment a role is published, which helps you submit your application before the pile grows. Reaching out directly to the people managing these roles often yields better results than submitting through a general portal. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind ANS roles so you can contact them to ask about the position or a potential referral. This direct approach often improves your response rate compared to standard applications.
