Geotechnical Engineering Intern - Appleton, WI

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Intern to join our team in our Appleton, WI office. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients. The successful job applicant will be part of a dynamic geotechnical engineering team and will assist senior geotechnical staff with project work involving various aspects of geotechnical engineering related to public infrastructure, renewable energy and other private sector infrastructure projects. Work elements may involve some or all the following: geotechnical investigation field work and in-situ testing, laboratory testing/coordination, geotechnical analysis and design, report preparation, and construction monitoring/observation. 

• Participate in geotechnical site investigations, geotechnical laboratory testing and assessment of geotechnical laboratory tests, preparation of investigation reports, and application of site data to analyses and design.
• Interpret and analyze geotechnical data to establish type, classification and engineering characteristics of materials. Complete or assist with geotechnical engineering analyses including, but not limited to, foundation types and depths, lateral earth pressure considerations for retaining structures, slope stability review, bearing capacity review, pavement section design parameters, settlement analysis, seepage, pond liner design parameters, tunneling and open cut excavations, and overall construction considerations.
• Keep management advised of work status, workload, problems and progress as related to work assignments.
• Participate in preparation of proposals, boring logs and geotechnical exploration reports.
• Assist in the preparation of civil layout using computer-based modeling software as required.
• Review and perform various soil and construction materials tests to assist Westwood's material laboratory. 
• Expected work hours during the summer are 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday; however, occasional early and later days may be requested based on workload. 

• Knowledge of geotechnical engineering fundamentals, geotechnical testing, and general civil/geotechnical engineering design and construction practices.
• Strong technical, communication and interpersonal skills and works best in a fast-paced environment. Along with detailed documentation focus and sound technical writing skills.
• Flexibility to travel/work in the field and have the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and various terrains associated with construction projects.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and check the quality of own work.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing in English.
• Ability to use sound judgment.
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively, which includes planning, organizing and prioritizing with attention to details.
• Proficiency in MS Office, familiarity with slope stability software (GeoStudio or WinStabl), pile design software (LPile/Driven/GRLWEAP), and other geotechnical software a plus. 
• This position is subject to a background check with driving record check and random drug testing in order to drive a company vehicle when needed for field work.  

• Enrolled in a B.S. or M.S. program in geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, or geological engineering. Related work experience is a plus.

Westwood Professional Services Inc. (Westwood) was established in 1972 and has since become a leader in many of the markets it serves. Westwood is a full-service, multidiscipline professional engineering firm and serves wind, solar, power delivery, residential and commercial development, and public infrastructure clients and their projects from multiple offices across the U.S.

In 2023, Zweig Group ranked Westwood nationally at #12 and #30 respectively on its Hot Firms and Best Firms to Work for lists. Zweig also awarded Westwood two national 2nd place awards for Marketing Excellence. Westwood was recently recognized as #79 in the ENR Top 500 Firms in 2023. The firm consistently ranks on industry top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement on award-wining projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.