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Construction Field Intern

CompanyENGEO Incorporated
LocationCosta Mesa
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 6, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will perform QA/QC field observations during site earthworks and improvements, confirming compliance with project specifications and engineering recommendations. Responsibilities also include conducting in-place density testing and submitting detailed daily Testing and Observation Reports.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$20 - $24
Company Size
281
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
ENGEO Incorporated is an award-winning, employee-owned comprehensive provider of more than 400 geotechnical and civil engineers, geologists, GIS experts, environmental scientists, water-resources experts, field quality-control representatives, laboratory testing specialists, and supporting staff. Established in 1971, ENGEO is a global firm with offices throughout California, Nevada, Washington, Guam, New Zealand, and Australia. Our professionals are dedicated to delivering practical and constructible solutions based on advanced engineering. To achieve this, we prioritize a thorough understanding of our clients’ needs and goals, utilize state-of-the-art methodologies, and foster open and collaborative communication. ENGEO provides services on many iconic, high-visibility projects with complex challenges. We assist in every phase of projects, from due diligence for land acquisition and planning through entitlement, permitting, engineering design, construction-phase QA/QC, and project build-out. We take pride in our fantastic working culture and are honored to be a certified Great Place to Work®, consistently ranked as a best place to work both nationally and regionally by our employees.
About the Role

Description

ENGEO is looking for individuals eager to experience consulting on a construction site!


Position Summary: As an ENGEO Field Intern, you will represent ENGEO on various job sites, delivering the highest quality client service. You will play a vital role in our projects by ensuring compliance with project and plan specifications, as well as engineering recommendations. Essentially, you will act as the eyes and ears on construction sites for our project engineers and project managers.


Internship Goals:

  • Provide meaningful real-world learning experience for talented students
  • Experience a leading geotechnical engineering firm
  • Make great contacts with a number of talented mentors
  • Find out what makes ENGEO unique

Responsibilities:

  • Perform QA/QC field observations during site earthworks (grading) and site improvements (utilities, wall backfill, and street construction) following design plans and recommendations
  • Confirm compliance with project and plan specifications, and engineering recommendations
  • In-place density testing of engineered soil and rock materials during site development
  • Accurate and detailed documentation required via smartphone or surface laptop (laptop provided)
  • Submit Testing and Observation (T&O) Reports daily to Construction Services Managers for review
  • Drop off samples for laboratory testing of soil and rock

Requirements

Candidate Requirements

  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Show proof of car insurance - upon hire
  • Personal construction site appropriate vehicle (daily reimbursement available)
  • Good driving record and drug-free
  • Be able to lift up to 75 pounds and perform intermittent strenuous activity
  • Willing to work OT and weekends as needed per project/contractor demands
  • Comfortable working alone on job sites, with a practical and resourceful mindset
  • Strong basic algebraic math skills

Education:

  • High School Diploma required
  • Current A.A or B.S. student in Earth Sciences, Geology, Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred

Who We Are

ENGEO strives to create a positive, family-oriented, and innovative environment, where employees are engaged and excellence-driven. As an ENGEO team member, you will have access to mentorships, international opportunities, fun social events, and generous benefit packages. Here, you will receive exposure to a wide variety of projects, help to serve those around you, and drive business success.


What We Do

Founded in 1971, ENGEO is an employee-owned firm of approximately 400+ geotechnical and civil engineers, geologists, hydrologists, water resources engineers, environmental scientists, and construction-phase field representatives. ENGEO serves a diverse range of clients and projects and has offices located throughout California, Nevada, Seattle, New Zealand, Guam, and Australia.


We appreciate your interest in ENGEO.


NOTE TO EXTERNAL SEARCH FIRMS: ENGEO does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. In order to best serve your desires to be considered for a position, please apply through our website or work with our Human Resources Team.


NOTE TO CANDIDATES: ENGEO does not sponsor for employment visas for this position at this moment.


Approximate Pay Range: $20.00 - $24.00

Key Skills
QA/QC Field ObservationsSite EarthworksSite ImprovementsCompliance ConfirmationIn-place Density TestingDocumentationReport SubmissionLaboratory Sample SubmissionAlgebraic Math SkillsDrivingLifting Up To 75 PoundsWorking AloneResourceful Mindset
Categories
ConstructionEngineeringScience & ResearchConsulting
Benefits
MentorshipsInternational OpportunitiesSocial EventsGenerous Benefit Packages