Internship – Geotechnical Engineer (Hybrid)

About the role

Barr is seeking a geotechnical engineering intern to join our innovative and collaborative team of more than 90 geotechnical engineers and geologists for the summer of 2027. In this hybrid role, you will support the Engineering and Design business unit, working with multidisciplinary project teams and providing geotechnical engineering and related technical expertise. Work may include tasks related to geotechnical computer modeling and fieldwork to gain real-life, hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Field support: provide on-site support for construction observation, material testing, surveying, and subsurface investigations.
• Perform geotechnical field investigations including collecting field samples and performing field logging of exploratory test borings.
• Technical knowledge: perform basic engineering calculations and analysis, develop details of design, assist in the design of solutions, monitor construction projects, and prepare drawings, specifications, and sketches.
• Project management support: assist with planning, coordinating, and executing projects. Help ensure project milestones are met and provide regular updates to project managers and clients.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members and clients.
• Interpersonal savvy: effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to align technical work with project objectives while fostering strong, productive working relationships.

Requirements

This internship opportunity runs for approximately three months starting in the summer of 2027. Start and end dates are flexible to accommodate class schedules, finals, and holidays. Hybrid: a hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Minneapolis, Minnesota, office. Travel expectation: willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs. Work environment: ability to work in locations that have rough terrain typical of construction sites with limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

• Ongoing enrollment in an ABET-accredited geotechnical, civil (with a geotechnical emphasis), or geological engineering degree program and coursework or research related to advanced soil mechanics.
• Must have a minimum of one full-time semester of undergraduate or graduate coursework remaining after the internship and have taken at least two semesters of physics and three semesters of mathematics.

Skills

Software: Microsoft Windows OS and Microsoft Office software.

Benefits

We are committed to providing an employee experience that attracts and retains top talent. That's why we offer a competitive package of employee benefits - including some unique offerings not found at other companies. At Barr, we also believe that learning doesn't stop when you get your degree, which is why we provide coaching, mentoring, and support for ongoing educational opportunities to foster professional development at every stage of your career.

Pay

Compensation: Anticipated range of $22.66–$30.46 hourly. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. This position is classified as non-exempt (hourly) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Schedule

This position is classified as non-exempt (hourly) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.