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Building & Earth

Geotechnical engineering and testing

Geotechnical & Materials Testing Intern

Winter 2026Deadline 9/9/27
No salary listed
Internship
Bachelor's
United States
In PersonField work may occur throughout the Southeast.
Architecture & Civil EngineeringGeotechnical Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • Be actively pursuing a two- or four-year degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Geology, or another applicable field.
  • Have completed the college freshman year.
  • Have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
  • Be comfortable using a computer or tablet device.
  • Follow directions with minimal supervision.
  • Have good communication skills and a customer service attitude.
  • Be able to drive a company vehicle.
Responsibilities
  • Perform hands-on tests on construction materials such as concrete, soils, rebar, and mortar.
  • Document field work and test results for commercial construction sites.
  • Perform geotechnical analysis and construction materials testing under supervision.
Desired Qualifications
  • ACI Field Level I Certification is preferred; it is not required.

About the company

Building & Earth is a geotechnical engineering, construction-materials testing, and inspection firm. Engineers, geologists, technicians, drill crews, and inspectors support projects in the field and laboratory. It investigates sites, evaluates soil and foundations, tests construction materials, and performs special inspections and environmental services. The scope is Building & Earth Sciences and its technical service network. Roles include engineering, field testing, laboratory work, drilling, project management, safety, and administration. Its workforce connects frontline delivery with the specialist, operational, technical, and business teams that support the organization.

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Headquarters

Birmingham, Alabama

Founded

1998

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What believers are saying

  • Huntsville's new 8,000-square-foot office opened February 26, 2025, expanding lab capacity.
  • The company keeps winning work, including Paddy's Run Flood Pump Station Phase II.
  • Repeated ENR Top 500 recognition and UAB Fast 40 validate growth momentum.

What critics are saying

  • Terracon and Intertek-PSI dwarf Building & Earth, compressing pricing on repeatable testing.
  • ENR shows only $51.4 million revenue, limiting resilience against project delays.
  • Any major safety or test-failure lawsuit could destroy trust in contractor relationships.

What makes Building & Earth unique

  • Building & Earth offers geotechnical engineering, CMT, environmental consulting, and special inspections.
  • It operates in 35 states from 16 cities, giving regional coverage.
  • ENR ranked Building & Earth 405th in 2026, up from 449th.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Flexible Work Hours