Student Internship - Construction Materials Testing Job at Olsson, Olathe, KS

  • Olsson
  • Olathe, KS

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We're a people-centric firm, so it's no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

As a summer 2027 intern with our Construction Materials Testing team, you will assist with geotechnical materials testing, construction observation, and inspections for diverse projects. You will perform field and laboratory testing on a variety of construction materials including soils, concrete, and asphalt, and provide field inspections on construction projects. You'll work closely with clients, engineers, and contractors, contributing to special inspections and materials testing for various projects like roadways, bridges, and more, following industry standards. You will gain insight into your studies with regards to the real-world use of project specifications and how they relate to materials utilized for projects, how the project plans layout each detail of construction, and the relationship of completing work on schedule but also within the tolerances of the building code. You will also prepare daily field and/or laboratory reports and manage documents for multiple projects. You will work in all types of terrain and weather conditions, and on projects in various stages of construction.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

  • Working collaboratively with others.
  • Having ownership in the work you do.
  • Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to contribute and work well on a team
  • Pursuing a degree in construction management, construction administration, engineering, or related area of study
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work in varied weather conditions and terrains
  • Valid driver's license with a good driving history
  • Ability to work overtime hours as needed based on project workload
  • The ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
  • The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

  • Receive a competitive 401(k) match
  • Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
  • Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
  • Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
  • Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

 

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants' personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the "CCPA"), this notice explains Olsson's practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices.

For more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Notice here.

Job Tags

Full time, For contractors, Summer internship, Flexible hours

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