About the role#
This internship provides practical exposure to materials engineering and consulting. You will work alongside professionals to gain real-world experience, contribute to active projects, and develop your skills in a professional setting. The program includes mentorship, a nationwide cohort experience, and opportunities to share your work with executive leadership.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with engineers and technicians on field and laboratory assignments.
- Support active project work and observe how technical decisions impact client and community outcomes.
- Build core skills in sampling, testing, data analysis, and report development.
- Learn safe field and laboratory practices, ASTM, DOT, and COE testing standards, and project management fundamentals.
- Develop professional skills in quality management, proposal writing, and client communication.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, science, technical, or business-related fields.
- A genuine interest in consulting and fieldwork.
- Curiosity, a focus on teamwork, and alignment with company values.
- A valid driver's license with an acceptable violation history may be required.
Location & details#
- Location: El Paso, Texas.
- This is an on-site, part-time, paid internship with a rolling term.
About Terracon
Terracon is a consulting engineering firm founded in 1965. Based in Olathe, Kansas, the company operates as a 100 percent employee-owned organization. It provides services in geotechnical, environmental, facilities, and materials engineering. The firm maintains more than 200 locations across the United States and employs over 8,000 people.
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