We are seeking a Building Science 3-month intern to join our Bloomington, MN office. Braun Intertec is a 100% employee owned award-winning consulting firm offering geotechnical, environmental and testing solutions in the private and public sectors. We are committed to providing a challenging and rewarding environment that encourages employees to make full use of their knowledge, skills and abilities.
Opportunities:
Training and work throughout the Co-op program includes varying levels of exposure and experience in the following areas depending on the work load and need: building envelope, component constructability, material analysis and field service testing training
Collect and test construction materials samples in a variety of different structures (i.e. pavements, damns, buildings, etc.) by using the some of following methods: coring, ground penetrating radar, falling weight deflectometer, anchor tests, floor flatness, Non-destructive testing, and other test methods and work as apparent or assigned
Help with performing vibration monitoring tasks and activities that can include; deployment of monitors, field servicing monitors at construction sites, real time vibration monitoring, data collection and processing
Perform building condition surveys or help with building condition assessments by collecting and documenting existing field conditions through the use of cameras (still or video), field notes, field measurements, etc.
Mentoring from licensed architects/engineers and practical engineering applications to develop your professional role
Learn procedures and gain exposure to ICC, NFPA, ADA, ASTM, ANSI, AAMA and other standards
Add to your professional résumé with experience and references from a well-respected engineering consulting firm
Competitive pay and the opportunity to work overtime
Requirements:
College student working toward architecture, civil-structural engineering or construction management degree or related field
Must be able to commit to full-time employment for six months; from May to November/December
Have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
Ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
Willing to travel up to 50% and overnight
Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as necessary
Good communication skills
Ability to multi task in a fast paced environment
Mechanically inclined
Able to walk, stand, climb at job sites and lift 50 pounds
Some related work experience preferred, but will train top applicants
Braun Intertec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, AA/EEO/Veterans/Disability friendly, employer.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.
Braun Intertec strives to ensure that its careers web site is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email hrhelp@braunintertec.com.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Braun Intertec is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at hrhelp@braunintertec.com. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
