About the role#
We are hiring an Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to join our Development Client Service Area. You will work alongside staff engineers and scientists to support real estate and infrastructure projects. This role includes both office and field components, giving you the chance to contribute to project outcomes while learning from senior staff.
What you'll do#
- Learn the day-to-day responsibilities of a professional engineer.
- Apply your academic knowledge to hands-on project work.
- Assist in the preparation of technical reports and regulatory compliance activities.
- Support field assessments, including groundwater and soil sampling, drilling oversight, and construction monitoring.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret environmental and geotechnical data.
- Participate in project meetings to understand how consulting projects are managed.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in or a recent degree from a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in civil, environmental, or geotechnical engineering.
- A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and an acceptable driving record.
- Strong attention to detail and technical understanding.
- Effective organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- A willingness to learn new skills and a flexible schedule.
- Ability to travel to project locations as needed.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site internship for Summer 2027.
- Positions are available in Boston, MA; Bedford, NH; Burlington, VT; and Philadelphia, PA.
- The pay range is $24 to $26 per hour.
- You must be able to perform physical tasks such as walking, standing, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 50 pounds, as well as working in various weather conditions.
About Sanborn, Head & Associates, Inc.
Sanborn, Head & Associates, Inc. is an engineering and technical consulting firm. It serves private, public, and institutional clients across the development, energy, industrial, and solid waste markets. The company maintains a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and scientists. It is based in Bedford, New Hampshire and operates as a privately held entity with 51 to 200 employees.
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