Technical Intern, Geotechnical Summer 2027

About the role

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm delivering holistic advice for clients’ most complex challenges, leveraging collective experience, technical expertise, and industry knowledge in structures and building enclosures, advanced analysis, performance & code consulting, and applied science & research. With 800 employees in offices nationwide, SGH seeks current students for a Summer 2027 Geotechnical Engineering Internship in the Waltham office. Interns work side‑by‑side with industry‑leading experts in the office and field, applying classroom knowledge to real‑world challenges.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and develop engineering skills on projects including engineering investigations, analyses, and design of structures (deep and shallow foundations, ground improvement systems, earth retaining structures, excavation support systems, adjacent construction).
• Perform analyses related to soil settlement, slope stability, soil dynamics, groundwater flow, and seepage; evaluate earthen embankments/dams/reservoirs, tunnels, asphalt, and concrete pavements.
• Conduct analyses and forensic evaluations of failed or deteriorated structures.
• Support construction operations for contractors (new construction, rehabilitation, strengthening, repair).
• Evaluate litigation claims projects.
• Collaborate with SGH’s Marine, Flood, Engineering Mechanics, Structural, and Building Technology groups on slope and shoreline stabilization, retaining wall systems, footing drainage, sub‑slab dewatering, floodproofing, plaza drainage, and other projects.
• Organize field data and assist with research to facilitate analysis, problem‑solving, and repair design.
• Perform analysis under guidance of licensed professionals using hand calculations and analysis software.
• Assist with preparing client deliverables, including construction documents, specifications, and written reports.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled and plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Interest in geotechnical engineering.
• Maintain high grades in studies.
• Interest in learning through hands‑on work experience in a consulting engineering environment.
• Enthusiastic about developing sophisticated engineering work products in a high‑professionalism atmosphere.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

Full‑time temporary employees are eligible for medical insurance, paid holidays and sick leave. Part‑time temporary employees are eligible for sick leave.

Pay

The compensation range is a good‑faith estimate pursuant to applicable equal pay and pay transparency laws. Rates are based on enrollment in the applicable degree program:

• Undergraduate: $29.25 – $32.50 per hour
• Graduate: $33.75 – $34.75 per hour
• PhD student: $36.75 per hour

Technical interns are eligible for a $1,000 sign‑on bonus.