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Construction Materials Internship (Level 1)

ECS Ltd
Posted a day ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Asheville, NC 28801, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job involves observing and documenting field activities related to the construction process, including sampling and testing various materials.
  • Candidates should be actively pursuing a Bachelor or Master degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
  • The position requires the ability to lift 40-70 lbs multiple times a day, with occasional lifting of up to 85 lbs to waist height.
  • ECS offers a salary of $60,000 per year for this position, which does not provide relocation assistance.
  • Applicants must have a strong interest in building materials and be able to communicate effectively with contractors and project managers.
What You'll Do

  • 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

  • Gaining the confidence to be the sole representative of ECS on project sites

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What We're Looking For

  • Actively pursuing a Bachelor or Master degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related degree
  • Interest in how building materials are utilized in the construction process
  • Position requires carrying 40 – 70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 85 lbs to waist height
  • Must be able to provide suitable transportation for use on job sites - mileage will be reimbursed

 

Please note: relocation assistance is not provided for this position


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 facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

 

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




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