2027 Internship - Construction Technician

About the role

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a highly motivated Construction Services Intern for the year 2026 to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Columbus, OH. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn versatile skills in the engineering and construction industry. Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US-based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

Responsibilities

• The 2027 Intern - Construction Services is responsible for performing a variety of laboratory testing, site assessment, engineering duties and administrative tasks under general supervision.
• 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 testing (example: Soil, concrete or other) and provide assessment of data through reporting.
• Work utilizing drawings, specifications, and diagrams.
• Use specific methods to observe site activities and perform tasks.
• Make detailed observations and give limited interpretation of results.
• Maintain detailed documentation and data from test results.
• Communicate effectively with client and project teams.
• Assist in classifying soil samples and various geotechnical laboratory testing.
• Assist in preparing work order for construction material testing.
• Provide back-up support for other department administrative staff.
• Perform data entry maintenance in company systems.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled at an accredited university.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record required.
• Ability to work off shifts and overtime.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal and written communication.
• Ability to read and understand work plans.
• 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 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.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous vacation / sick time (PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement
• More