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What You'll Do
The Materials Science Lab Intern Level II works in a laboratory setting handling and preparing specimens for a variety of analytical evaluations and tests. The Materials Science Lab Intern II builds foundational technical skills and professional competencies while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.
Responsibilities
- Performs specific tasks associated with laboratory tests on construction materials under the direction of others
- Receives samples, labels, and bags, and prepares paperwork for testing operations
- Supports project management tracking in ECS software systems
- Performs photographs of samples
- Cuts and/or crushes concrete samples for test preparation
- Prepares polished sections of concrete for microscopic analysis
- Performs microscopic examination of samples
- Performs chemistry tests of concrete
- Maintains laboratory cleanliness and organization
- Notifies supervisor of broken or missing equipment
- Performs other duties as assigned
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- 90 days of related experience
- At least one internship with ECS or another firm
- Must be pursuing a degree in Earth Sciences, Materials Science, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Civil/Structural Engineering or other degree relevant to the study of building materials
- Maintain satisfactory performance on proficiency tests, as necessary for the work performed
- Additional training and/or certifications may be required as assigned by supervisor
- If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
- Interest in materials science as applied to building materials
- Dependable, detail-oriented, and organized
- Demonstrates good communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing)
- Experience with laboratory equipment and test methods
- Experience with 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
Military Qualifications
- The following US Military ranks would qualify for this position:
- E-4
Who We Are
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 building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.