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Olsson
Student Internship - Construction Materials Testing
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A Materials Tester determines the physical and mechanical properties of both raw and composite materials.
$45,010 / year median in Missouri
+9% projected growth
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.