Materials Science Lab Intern (Level II)

What You'll Do

The Materials Science Lab Intern Level II works in a laboratory setting handling and preparing specimens for a variety of analytical evaluations and tests. The Materials Science Lab Intern II builds foundational technical skills and professional competencies while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.

Responsibilities

• Performs specific tasks associated with laboratory tests on construction materials under the direction of others

• Receives samples, labels, and bags, and prepares paperwork for testing operations

• Supports project management tracking in ECS software systems

• Performs photographs of samples

• Cuts and/or crushes concrete samples for test preparation

• Prepares polished sections of concrete for microscopic analysis

• Performs microscopic examination of samples

• Performs chemistry tests of concrete

• Maintains laboratory cleanliness and organization

• Notifies supervisor of broken or missing equipment

• Performs other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 90 days of related experience
  • At least one internship with ECS or another firm
• Must be pursuing a degree in Earth Sciences, Materials Science, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Civil/Structural Engineering or other degree relevant to the study of building materials
• Maintain satisfactory performance on proficiency tests, as necessary for the work performed
  • Additional training and/or certifications may be required as assigned by supervisor
• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required

• Interest in materials science as applied to building materials

• Dependable, detail-oriented, and organized

• Demonstrates good communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing)

• Experience with laboratory equipment and test methods

• Experience with sample preparation and test methods

• Ability to interpret data and properly record collected information

• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Word, and Excel

• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift a minimum of 40 pounds a number of times each day 

Military Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks would qualify for this position:
• E-4

Who We Are

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.