Materials Science Lab Internship
Job in
Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15201, USA
Listed on 2026-07-01
Listing for:
Engineering Consulting Services
Apprenticeship/Internship
position Listed on 2026-07-01
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Materials Engineering, Quality Engineering, Environmental Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Laboratory Technician
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
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.
Position Requirements
Less than 1 Year
work experience
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