Geotechnical Engineering Summer Intern

About SOCOTEC:

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects. 

SOCOTEC offers competitive salary and benefits, mentorship, training, and social activities.

SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

We will be hiring 2 Geotechnical Engineering Summer 2027 Interns in San Jose or Alameda, CA (San Jose preferred).  The successful candidate will work alongside geotechnical staff engineers in the performance of geotechnical field evaluations and construction observation. Duties will include assisting with geotechnical subsurface evaluations and geotechnical calculations, and performance of construction phase observation and reporting. Additional duties may include assisting in our in house laboratory and assisting Principal engineers with project related tasks.

• Current enrollment in a Civil or Geotechnical Engineering Bachelor's or Master's degree program required
• Junior or Senior Year status required, if an undergraduate
• Completion of technical electives or Master's-level courses related to soil mechanics, engineering geology, or foundation engineering required
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to interpret and apply technical information
• Able to perform a wide range of physical activities including lifting up to 50 pounds of equipment on occasion
• Valid driver's license with good driving record is required

Salary range: $20-25/hour, depending on qualifications

OPT or CPT status is acceptable for an internship, but a full-time position will not be available following the completion of the internship if you will require any type of visa sponsorship in the future

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Internship for summer 2027; approximate dates June 1-August 15 (TBD; flexible); Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 also possible

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.