Internship - 3-month Geotechnical Engineering Focus
- Employer
- Barr Engineering
- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States of America
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Nov 18, 2021
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- Category
- Engineering, Geology & GeoSciences
- Work Term
- Student/Graduate
- Work Load
- Full Time
- Language
- English
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Job Description:
Summary:
Barr is seeking an engineering student to work on projects involving geotechnical engineering and related technical assignments. Project assignments may include geotechnical and civil design and analysis; geotechnical investigation oversight; construction oversight; field data collection; selection and interpretation of laboratory testing; preparation of contracts, construction plans, and specifications; spreadsheet preparation; and report writing. The work may involve out-of-town assignments. All applicants must attach transcripts to their applications.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
NOTE: Some work locations may feature rough terrain typical of construction sites or work on tall structures or with industrial equipment. Safety training will be provided before being given work assignments on such sites.
Summary:
Barr is seeking an engineering student to work on projects involving geotechnical engineering and related technical assignments. Project assignments may include geotechnical and civil design and analysis; geotechnical investigation oversight; construction oversight; field data collection; selection and interpretation of laboratory testing; preparation of contracts, construction plans, and specifications; spreadsheet preparation; and report writing. The work may involve out-of-town assignments. All applicants must attach transcripts to their applications.
Minimum Qualifications:
- GPA of 3.2/4.0
- Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- At least two semesters of physics and three semesters of mathematics
- Ongoing enrollment in an ABET-accredited civil, geotechnical, or geological engineering degree program
- Familiarity with Microsoft Windows OS and Microsoft Office software
- Conscientiousness concerning the accuracy, appropriateness, and timeliness of results
- Thorough, organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated approach
- Ability to lift 30 pounds
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship
- Acceptable driving record and ability to rent a car for out-of-town assignments
Preferred Qualifications:
- GPA of 3.5/4.0
- Familiarity with gINT and modeling software (such as GeoStudio, FLAC, Plaxis)
- Completed at least one semester of upper-division (junior/senior level) engineering coursework
NOTE: Some work locations may feature rough terrain typical of construction sites or work on tall structures or with industrial equipment. Safety training will be provided before being given work assignments on such sites.
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