Career Opportunities
Intern Construction Testing/Inspection Assistant
Position Description
Assist Testing and Inspection
Department with bridge, grading, street paving, sanitary and
storm sewer, water main, and building construction projects.
Employment term desired is for summer and/or fall semester.
Intent is to provide future internship opportunities in design
to facilitate progressive development. Future permanent full
time employment may also be available.
Position Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a civil engineering or construction or related technology academic program. No previous engineering experience necessary.
- Physically able to perform all tasks. Material sampling and testing will require lifting up to 75 pounds.
- Applicant must hold valid driver’s license and have the ability to operate company owned vehicles.
- Willingness to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
- Organizational and problem solving skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate with clients and staff.
- Course work related to construction material testing and surveying preferred.
Project Related Responsibilities
- Observe contractor and ensure adherence to plans and specifications, check grades and elevations, collect and record routine measurements and compare to project plans and specifications.
- Assist inspector with construction progress documentation using standard forms and procedures.
- Assist verifying grades, slopes, properties, qualities, quantities of all materials and work being incorporated into a project as directed.
- Obtain measurements and manage records necessary for pay estimates.
- Assist with variety of standard sampling and tests to ensure quality control.
- Transport material samples to lab.
- Assist survey crew in collection of field data.
- Assist Material Testing Department with lab and field testing duties.
- Office design opportunities as available.
IIW is an employee-owned consulting firm offering competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package. Please submit a cover letter and resumé via email to Human Resources, via fax (563) 556-7811, or by mail to: IIW Engineers & Surveyors, P.C., 4155 Pennsylvania Ave., Dubuque, IA 52002-2628. Please call Deb Juno at (563) 556-2464 for further information.