Description
Your role at GEI.
The DC and MD offices of GEI are seeking a motivated intern/co-op to assist with our projects located throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Our team works on numerous challenging geotechnical, geostructural, and instrumentation projects including buildings, dams, bridges, tunnels, slopes, ground improvement, and excavation support systems.
In support of project success and client satisfaction, and under the supervision of senior engineers and project managers, this individual may provide support to ongoing office and field work.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
- Assist with engineering analyses and design.
- Observe soil borings and log soil and rock samples.
- Soil classification, review and interpretation.
- Perform computations, prepare spreadsheets, prepare and edit drawings using AutoCAD.
- Assist with preparation of proposals and reports.
- Assist with installation of geotechnical instrumentation
- Monitor construction activities such as pile driving and footing construction.
- Work will be directed by various geotechnical project managers.
Minimum Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a graduate program or in the 3rd or 4th year of an undergraduate program in Civil ,Geotechnical engineering, or related fields.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Willingness to travel on temporary assignments as needed.
- Physical ability to perform field work in summer and winter conditions.
- Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to work in the field as needed.
We are GEI.
Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.
We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.
With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.
Employee-owned. Employee-focused.
As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.
GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes
- Market-Competitive Compensation
- Pay Range For This Position: $22.00-$26.00/hour
- Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
- Rewards and Recognition
- A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- For Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are Available
- And More…
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Functional Demands:
Sedentary
x
Light
Medium
Other
Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)
Physical Activity Requirements
Occasional
(0-35% of day)
Frequent
(33-66% of day)
Continuous
(67-100% of day)
Not Applicable
Sitting
X (4+ hours)
Standing
X (1-2 hours)
Walking
X (1-2 hours)
Climbing
X
Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
(0-25 lbs)
Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
(0-25 lbs)
Carrying objects
X
Push/pull
X
Twisting
X
Bending
X
Reaching forward
X
Reaching overhead
X
Squat/kneel/crawl
X
Wrist position deviation
X
Pinching/fine motor skills
X
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
X (4+ hours)
Taste or smell
X
Talk or hear
X
Accurate 20/40
Very Accurate 20/20
Not Applicable
Near Vision
X
Far Vision
X
Yes
No
Not Applicable
Color Discrimination
X
Sensory Requirements
Minimal
Moderate
Accurate
Not Applicable
Depth perception
X
Hearing
X
Environment Requirements
Occupational Exposure Risk Potential
Reasonably Anticipated
Not Anticipated
Blood borne pathogens
X
Chemical
X
Airborne communicable diseases
X
Extreme temperatures
X
Radiation
X
Uneven surfaces or elevations
X
Extreme noise levels
X
Dust/particulate matter
X
GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.