Engineering & Construction Internships - Summer 2027

Who We Are:

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

Position Overview:

Don't Just Study Engineering. Experience It.

Looking for an internship where you'll do more than sit behind a desk, organize spreadsheets, or watch someone else work?

 

At Universal Engineering Sciences (UES), we believe the best way to learn is by getting involved.

We're looking for curious, motivated students who want to take what they're learning in the classroom and apply it to real construction, engineering, and infrastructure projects.

 

From highways and bridges to schools, hospitals, and commercial developments, our teams help ensure the structures communities depend on are built safely and correctly.

 

Whether you're interested in fieldwork, geotechnical engineering, or laboratory testing, we have opportunities to help you explore your career path.

Three Internship Paths. Real-World Experience.

Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Intern

Get outside. Get hands-on. See how construction really works.

Spend time on active construction sites alongside experienced Field Technicians and engineers, learning how construction materials are tested and inspected.

You'll gain exposure to:

• Concrete, soil, asphalt, and aggregate testing.

• Field inspections and construction quality control.

• Soil compaction testing and concrete sampling.

• Specialized testing equipment and field documentation.

• Working with contractors, engineers, and project teams.

Preferred Majors:

• Civil Engineering

• Construction Management

• Construction Engineering

• Construction Science

• Engineering Technology

• Building Construction Technology

• Other related engineering or construction disciplines

Geotechnical Engineering Intern

Discover what's happening beneath the surface.

Before a building, bridge, or roadway can be constructed, engineers need to understand the ground supporting it.

As a Geotechnical Intern, you'll have the opportunity to learn how engineers investigate soil conditions, evaluate construction sites, and develop solutions for real-world engineering challenges.

You'll gain exposure to:

• Geotechnical field investigations and soil sampling.

• Subsurface exploration and drilling operations.

• Soil classification and engineering properties.

• Field data collection and technical documentation.

• Working alongside geotechnical engineers on active projects.

Preferred Majors:

• Civil Engineering

• Geotechnical Engineering

• Geological Engineering

• Geology

• Engineering Geology

• Environmental Engineering

• Other related engineering or geoscience disciplines

Construction Materials & Geotechnical Laboratory Intern

Get hands-on with the science behind construction.

Ever wonder how engineers know whether soil, concrete, or other materials are strong enough to support a major project?

Our laboratories play an important role in answering those questions.

 

You'll gain exposure to:

• Laboratory testing of soil, concrete, aggregates, and other construction materials.

• Preparing and evaluating material samples.

• Operating laboratory testing equipment.

• Recording test results and supporting quality control procedures.

• Understanding how laboratory findings support engineering and construction decisions.

Preferred Majors:

• Geotechnical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Construction Management

• Geology

• Environmental Engineering

What We're Looking For

You don't need to have all the answers. That's what an internship is for!

We're looking for students who:

• Are currently pursuing an associate's, bachelor's, or master's degree in one of the preferred majors or a related field.

• Have an interest in construction, engineering, materials testing, or laboratory operations.

• Enjoy learning, solving problems, and working with a team.

• Are dependable, detail-oriented, and safety-conscious.

• Are comfortable working in a laboratory, outdoors, or on active construction sites, depending on their assignment.

• Have a willingness to learn new technical skills.

• Can travel to local project sites as needed for field-based assignments.

Previous industry experience is not required. We're interested in your potential, curiosity, and willingness to learn.

Why Intern with UES?

Because your internship should help you figure out where you want your career to go.

At UES, you'll have opportunities to:

• Gain Meaningful Experience: Work on real projects that connect classroom concepts to practical applications.

• Learn from Industry Professionals: Work alongside experienced engineers, technicians, and laboratory professionals.

• Explore Career Paths: Discover different areas of construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, and laboratory operations.

• Build Technical Skills: Develop practical knowledge that will help prepare you for your future career.

• Make Professional Connections: Build relationships with professionals who can help guide your career development.

• Explore Future Opportunities: Gain experience that may lead to consideration for future internships or full-time positions.

Your Career Doesn't Have to Wait Until Graduation.

Whether you're testing concrete at a construction site, observing a geotechnical investigation, or analyzing soil samples in a laboratory, you'll gain firsthand experience in the work that supports the infrastructure around us.

 

Real projects. Real experience. Real opportunities to grow.

 

Responsibilities:

 

As a UES Intern, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting real-world engineering, construction materials testing, and laboratory projects. Depending on your assigned team, responsibilities may include:

• Assist with field investigations, construction inspections, and materials testing.

• Support testing and sampling of soils, concrete, asphalt, and other construction materials.

• Participate in geotechnical investigations and observe subsurface exploration activities.

• Assist with laboratory testing, sample preparation, and materials analysis.

• Collect field data, document test results, and help prepare technical reports.

• Work alongside experienced engineers, technicians, and project managers on active projects.

• Learn industry testing procedures, safety standards, and quality control practices.

• Gain exposure to specialized equipment, technical processes, and real-world engineering challenges.

This internship is designed to provide meaningful, hands-on learning opportunities while helping you build technical skills and explore potential career paths within UES.

 

Job Responsibilities Note:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. UES retains the right to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field.
• Completion of at least two years of coursework preferred.
• Strong academic foundation in engineering principles, with interest in applied fieldwork and testing.
• Effective communication and technical writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with AutoCAD, GIS, or engineering software is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Professionalism and eagerness to learn

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional Travel: This position requires occasional travel up to 10%, primarily for occasional off-site
meetings, training sessions, or company events

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Work is conducted outdoors with exposure to outdoor conditions, including:
  • Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps, grasslands, construction zones, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man-made obstacles such as sand, brush, and debris.
  • Moderate to loud noise levels due to lab equipment, field operations, and construction environments.
  • Exposure to dirt, dust, chemicals, sun, heat, humidity, and varying weather conditions as part of field sample collection and testing.
• Physical requirements include:
  • Ability to lift and carry between 35 and 75 lbs. over distances up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion.
  • Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate laboratory and field equipment for extended periods.
  • Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for laboratory and fieldwork.
  • Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vison, depth vision, and ability to focus) smell, hear, touch (use hands to reach climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit).
  • Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written means in a lab and field environment, often requiring the use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• This position operates in a professional office environment, requiring the ability to work at a desk for extended periods while using a computer, phone, and standard office equipment.
• The position involves sitting for extended periods, performing data entry, and engaging in frequent communication via email, phone, and in-person interactions.
• The role involves regular communication with team members, clients, and stakeholders, both in person and through virtual platforms.
• The physical demands of the job may include occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of office materials up to 15 pounds.

EEO Statement:

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here