Testing and Inspection Intern

Job Type Internship Description FLSA: Non-Exempt Summary: SK&A Structural Engineers is seeking a personable, team-focused, highly motivated, and results-oriented individual to join our highly regarded Structural Repair and Restoration team. The ideal candidate should be interested in providing consulting to clients about best practices to repair and restore existing structures. As part of the SK&A family, Interns work closely with project engineers, project managers, Principals, and other key team members - owner/owner's rep, contractors - to deliver sound, innovative, and cost-effect design solutions. About SK&A: SK&A offers structural engineering services, with offices in Potomac, Maryland and Washington, DC. SK&A provides a full spectrum of services for public and private sector clients with a strong focus on sustainability, including analysis and design of new buildings, renovation and repair of existing structures, and specialized services such as dynamic analysis for wind and seismic design as well as security and force protection issues. Our firm's extensive award-winning portfolio is comprised of projects within urban environments ranging from multi-story commercial, office and mixed-use buildings to residential, academic, retail, healthcare, and government facilities. Over SK&A's 60+-year history, our organization has met the demands of large and complex projects. We distinguish ourselves by our reputation for long-term client relationships, built on an understanding of and total commitment to achieving our clients' goals. Primary Responsibilities: The Testing and Inspection Intern responsibilities include shadowing current engineers as they: • Assist with condition assessments of existing structures including visual survey, field measurements, repair quantity take-offs, etc. • Performing chain drag and mason's hammer sounding of reinforced concrete during surveys and during construction to identify corrosion-related deterioration and to layout concrete repair locations and sizes on plans. • Receive training for and perform testing during structure and building envelope evaluations including water testing, NDE concrete testing, etc. • Perform inspections and observations during concrete repairs including contractor repair layout verification, shoring installation review, post-demolition surface preparation and repair detailing review, reinforcing steel cleaning and supplemental steel placement review, and as-built repair quantity measurement. • During concrete pours, review batch tickets for conformance with approved concrete mix design, test fresh concrete for temperature, slump, and air content, and take cylinder or mortar samples for compressive strength testing. Inspect placement procedures, inspect curing procedures after concrete placement, and coordinate transportation of cylinders and cubes for testing. • Perform inspection and observations of other structural restoration construction work including structural steel, brick masonry, waterproofing, coatings, sealants, flashings, roofing, etc. to confirm compliance with contract documents including specifications, drawings, and approved submittals. • Author field reports with descriptions of observations, list of as-built quantities verified, summary of action items, and photographs for each field visit performed. For concrete pours, provide cylinder test data sheets documenting information related to samples taken. • Receive training for and observe/or perform field tests during construction such as water testing, bond testing, or other procedures for quality assurance. • Expect significant percentage of work to be field work at local project sites primarily within the Washington-Baltimore metropolitan area with isolated out-of-town travel. • Night and weekend work will be required from time to time. Requirements Requirements/Qualifications: • Will work towards obtaining a Concrete Level I Technician certification through WACEL or equivalent organization • Must be physically able to perform field inspections in a variety of property types, construction sites, and sometimes in challenging conditions/locations. This position will regularly require the ability to lift ladders, carry hoses and other equipment weighing 50 lb or greater. • With proper oversight and equipment provided, interns may ride swing stages or lifts for façade and building envelope work, access attics and crawlspaces, and access the personal residences or offices of a wide variety of individual building occupants. • Must have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle. • Must have good writing and verbal communication skills for reports and site communication with contractors, clients, etc. Hourly range: $17.65-$20.00/hr Other Compensation and Benefits: This position is eligible for overtime pay equal to 1.5x your hourly rate. This position is not eligible for company benefits. SK&A Structural Engineers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Created: 2026-03-04