Civil Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

American Engineering Testing (AET) is a 100% employee‑owned firm that delivers comprehensive testing, analysis, and design services to reduce uncertainty in construction projects. The company values teamwork, curiosity, continuous improvement, and offers rewarding work, exceptional training, and career development opportunities.

Internship Highlights

• Hands‑On Learning: Work alongside engineers and technicians in construction materials testing and field observations.
• Real‑World Project Involvement: Use equipment and procedures such as gradations, proctors, nuclear density gauges, DCP field testing, sand cone density testing, field concrete testing, and concrete cylinder testing.
• Mentorship Opportunities: Receive one‑on‑one guidance from experienced professionals.
• Cross‑Disciplinary Exposure: Collaborate with geotechnical, environmental, and construction teams.
• Networking & Professional Growth: Build industry connections, attend training sessions, and engage in networking events.
• Leadership Development: Participate in workshops to enhance soft skills.
• Company Culture & Employee Ownership: Experience a collaborative, ownership‑focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in testing procedures and equipment such as gradations, proctors, nuclear density gauges, DCP field testing, sand cone density testing, field concrete testing, and concrete cylinder testing.
• Conduct field testing and observations of construction materials, including concrete, soils, aggregate, masonry, asphalt, and reinforcing steel.
• Communicate with project managers, clients, and contractors at work sites.
• Perform additional miscellaneous assignments as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related field.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry 30–50 pounds.
• Authorization to work for any employer in the United States.

Pay

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $20 – $21 per hour.

Work Environment

The role primarily operates in a field environment on construction sites with uneven ground and adverse weather conditions. It also involves secondary work in an office setting using standard equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

Physical Demands

The employee is regularly required to talk or hear, stand, walk, use hands, and reach with arms. Occasionally the employee must sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Frequent lifting and moving of up to 25 pounds is required; occasional lifting of 50–100 pounds and pushing/pulling equipment up to 200 pounds may be needed. The role frequently involves working outdoors and requires various vision abilities (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment).

Other Duties

This description does not encompass all activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.