About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in specialty engineering and consulting. You will work alongside experienced engineers, scientists, and technicians on active projects. Each intern is paired with a mentor to support professional growth and technical skill development. You will also join a cohort of interns to build your professional network and participate in a concluding summit with company leadership.
What you'll do#
- Perform sampling and testing tasks as directed.
- Assist field and laboratory personnel with routine project activities.
- Seek learning opportunities from your mentor.
- Take on progressively increased responsibilities throughout the term.
- Create and deliver a final presentation to leadership regarding your summer experience.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a degree in civil, geotechnical, geological, construction, architectural, or environmental engineering, as well as geology, biology, construction science, or related fields.
- Ability to work safely and effectively in office, field, and laboratory environments.
- Capacity to learn technical procedures, follow directions, and communicate clearly.
- Demonstrated interest or coursework in geotechnical engineering, soils, foundations, pavement design, construction materials, environmental systems, or building enclosures.
- Good academic standing, with a 3.0 GPA or higher often required.
- Preference for students entering their junior or senior year.
- Availability to return for multiple internship or co-op terms is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Part-time, paid internship.
About Terracon
Terracon is a consulting engineering firm founded in 1965. Based in Olathe, Kansas, the company operates as a 100 percent employee-owned organization. It provides services in geotechnical, environmental, facilities, and materials engineering. The firm maintains more than 200 locations across the United States and employs over 8,000 people.
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