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WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES INC Geotechnical Engineering Intern in APPLETON, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Geotechnical Engineering Intern Job Locations US-WI-Appleton ID 2024-6431 Category Geotechnical Engineering 2nd Category Materials Testing Position Type Intern Division Renewables Overview Geotechnical Engineering Intern - Appleton, WI Westwood Professional Services, Inc. Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Intern to join our team in our Appleton, WI office. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients. The successful job applicant will be part of a dynamic geotechnical engineering team and will assist senior geotechnical staff with project work involving various aspects of geotechnical engineering related to public infrastructure, renewable energy and other private sector infrastructure projects. Work elements may involve some or all the following: geotechnical investigation field work and in-situ testing, laboratory testing/coordination, geotechnical analysis and design, report preparation, and construction monitoring/observation. Duties and Responsibilities Participate in geotechnical site investigations, geotechnical laboratory testing and assessment of geotechnical laboratory tests, preparation of investigation reports, and application of site data to analyses and design. Interpret and analyze geotechnical data to establish type, classification and engineering characteristics of materials. Complete or assist with geotechnical engineering analyses including, but not limited to, foundation types and depths, lateral earth pressure considerations for retaining structures, slope stability review, bearing capacity review, pavement section design parameters, settlement analysis, seepage, pond liner design parameters, tunneling and open cut excavations, and overall construction considerations. Keep management advised of work status, workload, problems and progress as related to work assignments. Participate in preparation of proposals, boring logs and geotechnical exploration reports. Assist in the preparation of civil layout using computer-based modeling software as required. Review and perform various soil and construction materials tests to assist Westwood\'s material laboratory. Expected work hours during the summer are 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday; however, occasional early and later days may be requested based on workload. Required Skills Knowledge of geotechnical engineering fundamentals, geotechnical testing, and general civil/geotechnical engineering design and construction practices. Strong technical, communication and interpersonal skills and works best in a fast-paced environment. Along with detailed documentation focus and sound technical writing skills. Flexibility to... For full info follow application link. Equal Opportunity Employer minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/C38ADCBE244D4F1B
