Position & Office Overview
As an intern working with our construction materials group, you will reinforce your education through a practical, hands-on, paid work experience. Your work will be realistic, rewarding, and allow you to be in a position of responsibility. You will contribute ideas and develop knowledge and communication skills while interacting with top professionals in your field. Your internship is more than a job; it is a learning experience that allows you to explore career options. You can even learn more about yourself, your skills, and help set your career goals. Best of all, you will be given meaningful assignments that will give you a sense of accomplishment. You also have a "can do" attitude and are ready to take on any project thrown your way - and that's why an internship with ECS will give you all the opportunity for career growth within our company you'll want.
Responsibilities
Observing and documenting field activities related to the construction process
Sampling, testing, and inspecting soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, and structural steel placement
Performing calculations and data reduction of test results along with drafting
Using field screening equipment and documenting readings
Reading maps, following directions, and interpreting engineering and construction plans
Interacting and communicating daily with contractors, technicians, and project managers
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Qualifications
Please note : relocation assistance is not provided for this position
The expected pay range for this role and location is $16-$20 / hour. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.
About Us
ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #144 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2024) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2025).
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here .
Construction Internship • Buffalo Grove, IL, United States