Intern/Co-op – Ground Engineering (Summer 2027)

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services
London, United Kingdom
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for students pursuing advanced degrees in geotechnical fields who seek hands-on technical experience and collaborative work environments.

Best fit for

  • Students with geotechnical coursework and interest in field investigations and technical reporting
    — “A student actively pursuing an advanced degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Engineering Geology; Geotechnical coursework preferred”
  • Candidates comfortable with AutoCAD and technical documentation for engineering projects
    — “Prepare report exhibits, figures, and plans using AutoCAD”
  • Individuals who thrive in inclusive, flexible, and entrepreneurial engineering cultures
    — “fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety”

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 requirements may be variable and not pre-specified in the role description
    — “Travel may be required based on business needs and project assignments”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with field investigations and technical report preparation in your resume
    — “Assist with the planning and execution of field investigations, including logging borings and test pits”
  • Demonstrate proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite during the interview
    — “Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite applications”
  • Emphasize your ability to work independently and in team settings, with examples of both
    — “Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment”
  • Showcase analytical skills and attention to detail through specific project examples
    — “Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities”
  • Include any prior experience with geotechnical software or engineering calculations
    — “Perform calculations and learn to perform engineering analyses; learn geotechnical engineering software”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · LowDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • assisting in field investigations
  • preparing technical reports
  • monitoring construction activities
Typical background
advanced degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Engineering Geology

Skills & requirements

Required

Geotechnical EngineeringCivil EngineeringField InvestigationData CollectionReport Preparation

Preferred

Geotechnical Coursework

Stack & domain

AutocadMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunicationAttention To DetailAnalyticalMultitaskingJudgmentCivil EngineeringGeotechnical EngineeringEngineering Geology

About the role

Original posting from Langan Engineering & Environmental Services via Greenhouse

Langan provides expert Civil, Geotechnical, Traffic and Geo-Environmental engineering consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly 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 – Ground Engineering to join its collaborative team in London, UK. 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 an advanced degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Engineering Geology; Geotechnical coursework 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. 

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. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.

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Source: Langan Engineering & Environmental Services careers (Greenhouse)

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