Intern/Co-op - Geotechnical Engineering (Summer 2027)
About Langan
Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Employees collaborate across 50+ offices, gaining hands‑on experience that fosters career growth. The firm’s entrepreneurial culture emphasizes innovative technical solutions, robust training, knowledge sharing, and progressive community impact. Langan is consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For,” appears in Engineering News‑Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, and offers an inclusive, supportive environment that prioritizes wellbeing, health, safety, volunteerism, philanthropy, workplace flexibility, and carbon‑neutral office spaces.
Job Summary
Langan is seeking an Intern/Co‑op – Geotechnical Engineering to join its collaborative team in Orlando, FL. The intern will assist with technical aspects of diverse geotechnical projects, ranging from small to large scale, and will have the opportunity to partner directly with geotechnical leadership on site feasibility studies, field work, technical report preparation, calculations, pre‑construction condition documentation, and design plans and specifications.
Responsibilities
- Assist with planning and execution of field investigations, including logging borings and test pits, collecting samples, performing field tests, and recording data.
- Observe foundation and earthwork construction activities and monitor conformance with construction documents (plans and specifications).
- Identify and implement solutions to field and/or laboratory problems.
- Prepare standard logs and field forms (drilling and test pit logs, field investigation dailies, chain‑of‑custody logs).
- Conduct file reviews, site reconnaissance, and document searches.
- Perform calculations and learn to conduct engineering analyses.
- Learn and apply geotechnical engineering software.
- Prepare report exhibits, figures, and plans using AutoCAD.
- Prepare reports documenting field investigations and analytical results.
- Perform other duties as requested.
Qualifications
- Student actively pursuing a 4‑year or advanced degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (Geotechnical coursework preferred).
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater preferred.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities.
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment.
- Travel may be required based on business needs and project assignments.
Benefits
- Employee resource groups.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Extensive training programs.
- Wellness programs.
- Buddy and mentoring programs.
- Additional supportive workplace initiatives.