2026 Internship - Geotechnical Engineering

Intertek • San Antonio, TX • 4h ago

2026 Internship - Geotechnical Engineering - San Antonio, Texas

Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's leading brands and companies, is actively seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Intern to join our Geotechnical Building & Construction team in our Professional Services Industries Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team located in San Antonio, TX. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry!

About the Building & Construction Team

Intertek's Building & Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of your new developments, existing assets, and facilities.

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Summer Intern role performs a variety of testing, project specific observations and site assessment duties under direct supervision and/or from detailed controlled procedures. Successful Intern Candidates will be pursuing a Summer Internship/semester co-op who are in the process of completing a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, or closely related field.

Salary & Benefits Information

Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skillset, experience, qualifications, and other job-related duties.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you'll do:

Perform a variety of testing, project specific observations and site assessment duties under direct supervision and/or from detailed controlled procedures.

Operate testing equipment and conduct various testing procedures to provide data through reporting

Work utilizing drawings, specifications, and diagrams

Use specific methods to observe site activities, follow testing procedures, and perform tasks

Make detailed observations and give limited interpretation of results

Maintain detailed documentation and data from test results

Operate a calculator to formulate mathematical test results

Communicate effectively with client and project teams

Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

Current student pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, or closely related field required

No Experience Required - We Will Train!

Must have Basic Math, Calculator and Computer Skills

Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal & written communication

Must be able to read and understand work plans

Must be able to work off shifts and overtime

Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record (required)

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift, move, push and pull 30 to 50 pounds frequently. Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance.

Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound.

Ability to kneel and squat occasionally

Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time

Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (hot and cold)

Ability to climb occasionally

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the @type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

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