Construction Materials Internship (Level 1)
Louisville, KYFull-time$7.25/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
The Construction Materials Testing Intern Level I supports construction materials testing projects by assisting with field and laboratory testing, data collection, documentation, and equipment preparation. The intern works under the direction of experienced staff while developing familiarity with construction practices, testing methods, and project workflows. The role includes testing soil, concrete, asphalt, and other materials, and requires pursuing a related degree and completing specified certifications.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Full job description
Experience Required
None
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor's Degree
Compensation
$7.25 / hourly
Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
1
Work Schedule and Shift Requirements
First (Day)
Job Description
What You'll Do
The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Intern Level I observes and begins performing routine field and laboratory testing tasks in support of construction materials testing projects. This role assists with data collection, documentation, and testing activities under the direction of more experienced staff while gaining familiarity with construction practices, materials testing methods, and project workflows. The CMT Intern Level I develops foundational technical skills and professional competencies while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.
Responsibilities
Assists with construction materials observation and testing activities in the field and laboratory
Observes and participates in testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, and other construction materials
Documents site conditions and testing results accurately in field reports
Assists with the preparation and organization of field and laboratory equipment
Performs basic data entry, calculations, and data reduction tasks
Communicates with field staff, contractors, and project team members
Keeps supervisors informed of changing site conditions or additional testing needs
Assists with reviewing laboratory results and supporting project documentation
Supports laboratory testing activities, including sample preparation, curing, and testing
Maintains cleanliness and organization of field and laboratory work areas
Notifies supervisors of damaged or missing equipment
Attends project meetings with senior staff as requested
Performs other duties as assigned
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What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
0 years of related experience
Must be pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Master degree in Civil Engineering, or other degree related to our services
One certification must be completed within the 90-day introductory period, and all basic certifications must be completed within 270 days of employment, including: Radiation Safety, Soils I, and Concrete I
If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
Dependable, detail-oriented, and organized work ethic
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Ability to follow directions and work under close supervision
Basic problem-solving and observational skills
Willingness to work in outdoor environments and field conditions
Must be able to lift a minimum of 85 pounds a number of times each day
Military Qualifications
The following US Military ranks would qualify for this position:
E-4
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 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), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) 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, clickhere.
ECS is an Equal Opportunity [EO] employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to r ace, color, r eligion, s ex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other protected category. E-verify and federal drug-free work place compliant.
Job Type
Full time
Benefits Offered
Not specified
Veteran Preference
No
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
39720
How this job compares
Set against the 2,108 open Engineering Intern jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$7.25/hr
- US median$23–30/hr1,048 hourly ranges
This rate, $7.25/hr, is 72% below the US median midpoint ($26/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Engineering Intern hourly ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 25 open Engineering Intern jobs in Kentucky and 2,108 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Kentucky
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- Experience
- This posting asks for no prior experience; Engineering Intern postings that state a minimum ask for 0 years at the median (35 postings).
- Education
- 707 of the 2,108 open Engineering Intern jobs (34%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 3, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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