26702BR

　　Service Line:

　　Materials

　　Office Name:

　　Fargo

　　Job Description:

　　The Terracon internship programs will support our Materials service line. In this program , you will take part in an exciting, fun, and meaningful work experience as you work alongside some of the brightest engineering minds and state-of-the-art technology in the materials engineering industry. You will not only learn and advance technically but will also be provided with opportunities for professional development. You will be assigned a leader/mentor in the materials engineering field. The mentor will help you with career planning along with technical skill development. You will learn how our line of business interacts with the client and how we differ from design engineers. You will learn what consulting engineering is all about!

　　You will also have the opportunity to participate in a cohort. The cohort is a way for you to connect with other interns across the company, and learn about their experiences. This is also a great way for you to start building your professional network! At the end of the summer, your cohort will present to our executive leadership team.

　　You will learn how to:

　　Effectively write a proposal

　　Provide a high level of client experience to our clients

　　Correctly manage change orders

　　Execute projects safely, accurately, and profitably

　　Topics will include project management, project execution, and client development.

　　By working closely with your mentor and our experienced technicians, you will have hands on experience:

　　Learning site safety and safe work practices

　　Performing sampling or testing as directed.

　　Providing assistance to other field and/or laboratory personnel

　　Transporting equipment, specimens or documents to field personnel, laboratory, clients or other offices, and providing physical assistance in equipment set-up.

　　Assisting technicians or professional staff on routine tasks

　　Learning industry standard proposals and report writing practices

　　Be exposed to client interaction

　　Understanding test procedures (ASTM, DOT, COE, etc.)

　　Preparing reports

　　Learning how to communicate test results to clients

　　Learning about laboratory organization, scheduling, and efficiency

　　Learn about quality management systems and procedures

　　Requirements:

　　High school diploma and pursuing a BS or Master's degree in civil or construction engineering. The ideal candidate will have less than one year remaining to complete their BS degree.

　　Exemption:

　　Non-exempt

　　Requisition ID:

　　26702BR

　　Posting Title:

　　Construction Materials Intern

　　Employment Type:

　　Seasonal Worker

　　City, State (Office Location):

　　West Fargo, ND

　　About Terracon:

　　Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

　　Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

　　EEO Statement:

　　Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

　　Job Category:

　　Intern