Geotech Design Engineer Intern

Overview

Field engineering intern developing capstone projects in geotech and supporting site work.

Key Responsibilities

• safety compliance
• project lead
• manual labor
• geotech testing
• report writing
• procurement

Tasks

-Follow all GSI Safety regulations -Lead the development of your assigned Capstone Project and present results to company leadership. -Perform various manual labor assignments as directed by the Site Superintendent -Assist Field Engineers with geotechnical testing, writing geotechnical reports, various project management duties such as ordering materials and equipment for the project you are assigned to, and any other duties needed to make the project a success -Take direction from an engineering manager to prepare technical documents for small scale civil engineering projects (retaining walls)

Requirements

• 3.0 gpa
• analytical
• problem solving
• leadership
• engineering
• graduation 2026

What You Bring

-GPA of at least 3.0 (preferred 3.5+). -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with evidence of leadership potential. -Grit, resilience, and curiosity—willingness to tackle complex problems in dynamic field conditions. -Adaptability and the ability to learn quickly under pressure. -Current student pursuing a degree in Civil, Structural, Geological, Geotechnical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering (related fields welcome). -Strong preference for students within 12 months of graduation (undergraduate or graduate) as of Summer 2026. -Exposure to GSI’s fast-paced, mission-driven culture, built on innovation, extreme ownership, and teamwork.

People Also Searched For

Benefits

-Networking opportunities across a nationwide engineering and operations team. -End-of-program presentation to leadership, a chance to showcase your ideas and impact. -Fun, team-oriented environment with company events and perks throughout the summer. -Lodging and transportation are provided for out-of-state interns. -Clear pathway to full-time employment upon graduation for high-performing interns. -Paid internship with direct mentorship from industry-leading engineers and project managers.

About Access Limited

-Founded by engineers drawn to the most extreme terrains, the firm transformed steep slope challenges into its defining expertise. -From rugged coastal cliffs to alpine roadways, they've built rock anchors, nets, and retaining walls when no other contractor dared. -They pioneered use of spider excavators—walking machines tailored for vertical landscapes where conventional equipment fails. -Their signature projects include highway rockfall barriers, power-line slope rehab, and post-storm landslide emergency repairs. -Based in California, they’ve expanded across the U.S. and Canada, tackling remote, high-exposure infrastructure jobs. -They combine hands-on field crews with in-house design to deliver turnkey geotechnical construction solutions under pressure.

Sector Specialisms