Intern/Co-op - Geotechnical Engineering (Summer 2027)

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services
Philadelphia, PA
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Aimed at junior or senior-level engineering students with geotechnical coursework who seek hands-on experience in field investigations and technical reporting, preferably in Philadelphia.

Best fit for

  • Students in their junior or senior year with geotechnical coursework and AutoCAD experience
    — “Preference will be given to students who are currently in their Jr. or Sr. year or to students pursuing their MS degree.”
  • Candidates who value collaboration and are comfortable with field work and technical documentation
    — “Employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience.”
  • Individuals interested in learning geotechnical software and performing engineering analyses
    — “learn to perform engineering analyses; learn geotechnical engineering software.”

Things to consider

  • No housing or relocation assistance is provided for this internship/co-op position
    — “Langan does not provide housing or relocation assistance for internship/co-op positions”
  • Travel may be required based on business needs and project assignments
    — “Travel may be required based on business needs and project assignments.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight field investigation experience and AutoCAD proficiency in your resume and interview responses
    — “Prepare report exhibits, figures, and plans using AutoCAD.”
  • Emphasize your ability to work independently and in team settings with practical examples
    — “Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment.”
  • Showcase problem-solving skills with examples of field or lab challenges you've addressed
    — “Identify and implement solutions to field and/or laboratory problems.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • successful field investigations
  • accurate technical reports
Typical background
civil engineeringgeotechnical engineering

Skills & requirements

Required

Field InvestigationTechnical Report PreparationData CollectionSite Feasibility StudiesConstruction MonitoringProblem-solving

Preferred

Geotechnical Engineering Software

Stack & domain

Geotechnical EngineeringField InvestigationTechnical Report PreparationAutocadMicrosoft Office SuiteEngineering AnalysisGeotechnical SoftwareCommunicationAttention To DetailAnalytical SkillsTeamworkProblem-solvingAdaptabilityLeadershipCivil EngineeringLand DevelopmentEnvironmental Consulting

About the role

Original posting from Langan Engineering & Environmental Services via Greenhouse

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Intern/Co-op – Geotechnical Engineering to join its collaborative team in Philadelphia, PA. This individual will serve a key function in providing assistance with technical aspects of diverse geotechnical projects, both small and large scale. In this role, you will have the opportunity to partner directly with geotechnical leadership and gain exposure to site feasibility studies which may involve field work, technical report preparation and calculations, pre-construction conditions documentation, design plans and specifications.

Job Responsibilities

Assist with the planning and execution of field investigations, including logging borings and test pits, collecting samples, performing field tests, and collecting and recording data;

Observe foundation and earthwork construction activities; monitor conformance with the construction documents (plans and specifications);

Identify and implement solutions to field and/or laboratory problems;

Prepare standard logs and field forms, including drilling and test pit logs, field investigation dailies, and chain of custody logs;

Conduct file reviews, site reconnaissance, and document searches;

Perform calculations and learn to perform engineering analyses; learn geotechnical engineering software;

Prepare report exhibits, figures, and plans using AutoCAD;

Prepare reports, documenting field investigations and analytical results;

Performs other duties as requested.

Qualifications

A student actively pursuing a 4-year or advanced degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering; Geotechnical coursework preferred;

A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater is preferred;

Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite applications;

Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities;

Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment; and

Travel may be required based on business needs and project assignments. Travel requirements may vary by position and may change based on business needs.

Please submit your resume. Preference will be given to students who are currently in their Jr. or Sr. year or to students pursuing their MS degree. 

Langan does not provide housing or relocation assistance for internship/co-op positions

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.

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