Materials Science Lab Internship

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Responsibilities

* Perform specific tasks associated with laboratory tests on construction materials under the direction of others.

* Receive samples and label, bag and prepare paperwork for testing operations

* Support project management tracking in ECS software systems

* Perform photographs of samples

* Cut and/or crush concrete samples for test preparation

* Prepare polished sections of concrete for microscopic analysis

* Perform chemistry tests of concrete

* Maintain the laboratory cleanliness and organization

* Notify supervisor of broken or missing equipment

* Other duties as assigned

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Qualifications

* Actively pursuing a degree in Earth Sciences, Materials Science, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Civil/Structural Engineering or other degree relevant to the study of building materials.

* Interest in materials science as applied to building materials

* Dependable, detail-oriented, and organized

* Demonstrates good communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing)

* Limited knowledge of laboratory equipment and test methods

* Limited knowledge of sample preparation and test methods

* Ability to interpret data and properly record collected information

* Proficient with computers, Microsoft Word, and Excel

* Must be able to stand for long periods and lift a minimum of 40 pounds a number of times each day

* If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (May 2025).

For additional information about ECS, visit:

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, .

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For additional information about ECS, visit:

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, .

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* Interest in materials science as applied to building materials

* Dependable, detail-oriented, and organized

* Demonstrates good communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing)

* Limited knowledge of laboratory equipment and test methods

* Limited knowledge of sample preparation and test methods

* Ability to interpret data and properly record collected information

* Proficient with computers, Microsoft Word, and Excel

* Must be able to stand for long periods and lift a minimum of 40 pounds a number of times each day

* If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required

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