Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Geotechnical Engineering Intern

Geotechnical EngineeringUpdated on Nov 13

Internship · Summer 2027Canton, MI, USA$20 - $22 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited engineering program or a related environmental science, surveying, construction management, geographic information systems, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, or other technical program.
Have strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and teamwork skills, attention to detail, reliability, basic Microsoft Office knowledge, and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

Assist project teams with technical and administrative project tasks.
Participate in construction or site inspections, field sampling, and testing, as applicable.
Collect, organize, analyze, and enter project data.
Support the preparation of plans, drawings, and other materials using AutoCAD.
Conduct office research and assist with reports and project documentation.
Enter, update, and maintain Geographic Information System data.
Participate in site visits and project meetings as needed.
Maintain accurate records and follow MSG’s safety and quality standards.
Perform other duties based on the intern’s area of study and project needs as requested.

Desired Qualifications

Previous AutoCAD or Geographic Information System experience is preferred for applicable assignments.

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people-focused, award-winning consulting firm providing civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying, and construction support services.

MSG is seeking motivated students for 2027 internship opportunities across our office locations. Interns will work alongside experienced professionals and gain hands-on experience supporting active projects. Responsibilities may include fieldwork, data collection and analysis, technical calculations, preparing plans and reports, project documentation, and other tasks related to the intern’s area of study. Specific assignments will be based on the student’s background, interests, location, and MSG’s project needs.

Assist project teams with technical and administrative project tasks.
Participate in construction or site inspections, field sampling, and testing, as applicable.
Collect, organize, analyze, and enter project data.
Support the preparation of plans, drawings, and other materials using AutoCAD.
Conduct office research and assist with reports and project documentation.
Enter, update, and maintain Geographic Information System (GIS) data.
Participate in site visits and project meetings as needed.
Maintain accurate records and follow MSG’s safety and quality standards.
Perform other duties based on the intern’s area of study and project needs as requested.

Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited engineering program or a related environmental science, surveying, construction management, GIS, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, or other technical program. Candidates should have strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and teamwork skills, along with attention to detail, reliability, basic Microsoft Office knowledge, and a willingness to learn. Previous AutoCAD or GIS experience is preferred for applicable assignments but is not required. Previous internship experience is not required.

About the Company

Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Trilon Group provides infrastructure consulting in transportation, water, and municipal systems in the Mid-Atlantic region. It works by partnering with local governments, municipalities, and private clients to deliver planning, design support, and project management through fee-based engagements, expanding capabilities through alliances with firms like Rinker Design Associates and Wilson Engineers. The company differentiates itself with a platform-style growth approach backed by private equity and a People First culture focused on talent development. Its goal is to expand service offerings and market presence in the Mid-Atlantic by building scalable partnerships and using capital to support growth.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding: $200M
Headquarters: Denver, CO
Founded: 2021

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