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Terracon

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Houston

AI generated summary

  • You must have a high school diploma and be pursuing a BS or Master's in civil or construction engineering, ideally with less than one year left to complete your degree.
  • You will assist in project execution, client interaction, proposal writing, testing, report preparation, and learning safety practices and quality management systems.

Requirements

  • High school diploma and pursuing a BS or Master's degree in civil or construction engineering. The ideal candidate will have less than one year remaining to complete their BS degree.

Responsibilities

  • effectively write a proposal
  • provide a high level of client experience to our clients
  • correctly manage change orders
  • execute projects safely, accurately, and profitably
  • Learning site safety and safe work practices
  • Performing sampling or testing as directed.
  • Providing assistance to other field and/or laboratory personnel
  • Transporting equipment, specimens or documents to field personnel, laboratory, clients or other offices, and provides physical assistance in equipment set-up.
  • Assisting technicians or professional staff on routine tasks
  • Learning industry standard proposal and report writing practices
  • Be exposed to client interaction
  • Understanding test procedures (ASTM, DOT, COE, etc.)
  • Preparing reports
  • Learning how to communicate test results to clients
  • Learning about laboratory organization, scheduling, and efficiency
  • Learn about quality management system and procedures

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship runs from May to August, and could continue through the school year if the student attends school close to the office.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in Houston, TX.

What degree programs are eligible for this internship?

The internship is open to students pursuing a BS or Master's degree in civil or construction engineering.

Will I have a mentor during the internship?

Yes, you will be assigned a leader/mentor in the materials engineering field who will help with career planning and technical skill development.

What kind of work will I be doing during the internship?

You will gain hands-on experience in areas such as site safety, sampling/testing, assisting field/laboratory personnel, and learning proposal/report writing practices.

Is there an opportunity for professional development?

Yes, the internship program provides opportunities for professional development alongside technical learning.

What are some of the key learning topics during the internship?

You will learn about project management, project execution, client development, proposal writing, test procedures, and laboratory organization.

Are there any requirements for the internship?

Yes, candidates must have a high school diploma and be pursuing a BS or Master's degree in civil or construction engineering, ideally with less than one year remaining to complete their BS degree.

What is Terracon’s background?

Terracon is an employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services, with more than 6,000 employees across 175 locations nationwide.

Does Terracon offer any benefits?

Yes, Terracon offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

Does Terracon have an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) statement?

Yes, Terracon is an EEO employer and encourages qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. They do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on various protected characteristics.

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Terracon

Engineering consulting firm with more than 5,000 employees and 175 locations serving all 50 states.

Engineering & Construction
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1965
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon has achieved significant expansion through both internal growth and acquisitions. Terracon currently has more than 6,000 employees in more than 175 locations nationwide. Additionally, we partner with our U.S. clients to serve their international needs. Terracon’s growth is due to dedicated employees who are responsive to clients, provide quality services, and take advantage of opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon provides services on thousands of projects each year. Our culture, systems, and structure enable us to excel at both small and large projects. By combining our national resources with specific local area expertise, we consistently overcome obstacles and deliver the results our clients expect. Terracon serves a diverse portfolio of private and public clients. By being responsive, resourceful, and reliable, we strive to exceed our clients’ expectations for service, solutions, quality, and speed of delivery. Based on a deep understanding of our clients’ needs, our commitment is centered around these key objectives.