Geotechnical Internship

1 week ago


Houston, Texas, United States ECS Group of Companies Full time
  • Assisting with performing lab testing
  • Drafting boring logs and location diagrams
  • Scheduling of drill rigs for geotechnical projects
  • Obtaining utility clearance for subsurface explorations
  • Assisting with the subsurface exploration program and preparing drilling instructions
  • Performing boring and test pit layouts by both conventional surveying and Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
  • Classifying soil samples
  • Performing hand augers to obtain subsurface information and soil samples
  • Observing foundation or ground improvement installations

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  • Actively pursuing a Bachelor or Master degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, or related degree
  • Interest in how structures are supported and a desire to think outside the box
  • Must be able to provide suitable transportation for use on job sites - mileage will be reimbursed
  • Position requires carrying lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 85 lbs to waist height

ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #144 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2024) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2025).

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.



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