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Office of Materials and Research - Florence Lab Summer Intern (12606125)
State of South Carolina
Department of Transportation-Headquarters
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$17 - $23
per hour
Type
Temporary
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Job Description
Summary
This summer internship at the South Carolina Department of Transportation's Florence Materials Lab involves hands-on lab testing of materials like concrete, steel, and soils used in highway construction, along with assisting in field inspections and research projects.
Interns will help document results, evaluate pavements, and support engineers on special tasks.
It's ideal for college students studying engineering or related fields who want practical experience in transportation infrastructure.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Currently enrolled in or accepted to a two-year or four-year college/university program
- Major in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management
- Ability to perform laboratory testing on construction materials (e.g., concrete, steel, aggregates, soils, cement)
- Skills in calculations, preparing test reports, and using applications for documentation
- Assistance with field operations including pavement evaluation, asphalt inspection, and geotechnical investigations
- Support for research projects, literature reviews, and special investigations
Full Job Description
***This posting will be used to fill one summer internship position in Office of Materials and Research - Florence Materials Lab.***
At the office of Materials and Research (OMR), the responsibilities includes:
Performs laboratory testing of highway construction materials in areas such as concrete, steel, aggregates, soils, and cement. Performs and checks calculations, prepares sample test reports, and utilizes relevant applications for documenting results.
Assists with OMR field operations in areas such as pavement evaluation, asphalt inspection, and geotechnical investigations.
Assists OMR materials engineers with special projects, investigations, literature reviews, and research.
Pay Rate is between $17.00 - $23.00/per hour depending on qualifications.
Requirements
A high school diploma; or an approved acceptable equivalence.Applicants must be accepted into or currently enrolled in a two-year or four-year college or university program in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management.
Additional Information
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.Check your resume before applying to catch common mistakes