Student Internship - Construction Materials Testing

OlssonOlssonOlathe, Kansas, United States
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8/31/2026

Employment

Intern

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Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The intern will perform laboratory testing on construction materials such as soils, asphalt, and concrete while assisting project managers with technical reports. They may also participate in field work involving construction observation and geotechnical inspections.

Requirements overview

Candidates must be pursuing a degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field and possess strong attention to detail. Applicants must be able to lift 50 pounds and hold a valid driver's license with a good driving history.

Key skills

Construction materials testingGeotechnical lab testingSoils testingAsphalt testingAggregate testingConcrete testingQuality verificationTechnical reportingConstruction observationField inspectionCommunication skillsTeamworkAttention to detail

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Education requirements

bachelor degree

About Olsson

Industry

Engineering Services

Employees

2,328

Type

Privately Held

Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Olsson is an engineering firm made up of people who craft expert solutions and designs that improve communities. An Engineering News-Record Top 100 firm, we offer expertise in client advisory services, engineering & design, environmental, field services, and planning. Olsson serves clients across many sectors, including buildings & facilities, community infrastructure, data centers, energy, federal, industrial & manufacturing, telecommunications, transportation, and water.

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Job categories

ConstructionEngineeringEnvironmental & Sustainability

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 student intern with our Construction Materials Testing team, you will be working in our geotechnical lab performing various types of testing and reporting on common materials utilized in the construction of projects. This internship will help you understand the impact that testing protocols and processes may have on a project. You will work with soils, asphalt, aggregates, and concrete materials and gain an understanding of the processes behind the quality verification of materials required to construct projects. You will also assist our construction and engineering project managers in putting together both geotechnical and construction materials testing reports. Opportunities for field work may be available to assist with geotechnical materials testing, construction observation, and inspections in different 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 and terrain conditions Valid driver's license with a good driving history Ability to work overtime hours during the summer 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 #LI-DNP 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.

Requirements

  • Construction materials testing
  • Geotechnical lab testing
  • Soils testing
  • Asphalt testing
  • Aggregate testing
  • Concrete testing
  • Quality verification
  • Technical reporting
  • Construction observation
  • Field inspection
  • Communication skills
  • Teamwork
  • Attention to detail

Benefits

  • 401(k) match
  • Tailored development paths
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Wellness program
  • Health care
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • Paid time off
  • Bonus system

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