Engineering Intern

Description

Your role at GEI.

This is an excellent opportunity to learn from our senior staff and gain a wide range of experience. Candidates will work with engineers and other technical resource staff to contribute to development of projects from conception to completed construction. Work in the field to support a variety of engineering projects may also be assigned. This position will support GEI’s civil/water resources, structural, and geotechnical/geological engineering practices, which provide services in a wide range of settings. Representative projects for the position include supporting exploration programs such as soil and rock core sampling and testing, facilities inspections (dams, penstocks, hydraulic structures, levees, canals, etc.) and documentation, supporting civil, geotechnical, and hydraulic engineering analysis and design including data collection, and preparation of maps, figures and project related other documentation.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Support work in the following engineering disciplines: Civil / Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology (Dam Safety, Water Infrastructure, Building Foundations) and Water Resources (Hydrology and Hydraulics).
• Develop spreadsheets and databases.
• Support preparing and revising project plans, specifications, construction scheduling and cost estimates.
• Support engineering design and analysis workload for civil, hydraulic structures, and geotechnical projects.
• Assist with project drafting in CAD.
• Perform field work as needed to support projects including but not limited to field observation and data collection, soil and water sample collection, drill rig observation, and support of other field investigations.
• Work will be directed by various project managers.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma with 2 years of college work towards a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Experience in summer internship, or other professional position, strongly preferred.
• Ability to perform field work without restrictions, and in inclement weather if required.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member.
• Excellent verbal andwritten communication skills, willingness to travel on temporary assignments as needed.
• A valid driver's license and willing to work in the field as required.
  
  

Qualification Questions – To Be Addressed In Cover Letter

When uploading a cover letter (required), please be sure to include your responses to the following questions:

• How did you hear about GEI’s summer internship program (10 words or less)?
• Have you spoken to someone at GEI about this internship opportunity? If so, whom?
• Please rank your office location preference. (Portland, Sacramento, Oakland, Bakersfield, Pasadena, Carlsbad, Davis)? Do not include offices you are not interested in as this will be used to identify where you will be assigned.
• What is your preferred engineering discipline (Civil, Geotechnical, Engineering Geology, Water Resources, or Other)?
• Briefly describe your background, interests, & achievements (300 words or less).
• Please describe what makes you a good candidate for this position (300 words or less).
  
  

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 sitehere.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Pay Range For This Position: $23.00 – $25.00/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.