About the role#
Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates is hiring interns for our State College office. This role involves working on construction materials testing projects in both the lab and the field. We offer two levels for interns based on academic standing. Freshman and sophomores focus on lab tasks, while juniors, seniors, and graduate students take on a mix of lab, field, and office assignments.
What you'll do#
- Assist the lab manager with materials testing projects.
- Run lab tests on soils including sieve analysis and Atterberg limits.
- Perform compressive strength testing on concrete cylinders.
- Conduct field observations, sampling, and testing of construction materials.
- Document results and assist with report creation.
- Work with soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, and structural steel.
- Perform soil classification tasks.
What you'll need#
- A reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and a satisfactory driving record.
- Ability to lift or move 60-80 pounds.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to perform basic math and use measurement tools.
- Completion of all pre-employment requirements.
- Enrollment in Civil Engineering or related disciplines.
Location & details#
- Location: State College, Pennsylvania.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc.
Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates is a consulting engineering firm based in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. The company operates across the Mid-Atlantic region and maintains an office in Barbados to serve the Caribbean market. It provides services in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and construction materials testing. The firm has operated for over 37 years and employs between 201 and 500 people.
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