Northern Technologies, LLC, a rapidly growing geotechnical consulting and materials testing firm, has openings for Engineering Technician 6-month Co-op Interns starting in the spring / summer of 2021 based out of our Grand Forks, ND location.

NTI, established in 1996, practices in the areas of Geotechnical & Materials Engineering, Materials Testing, Environmental and Forensics with offices in Minneapolis, St. Paul, Rapid City, Fargo, Grand Forks and Bismarck. NTI employs over 110 engineers, technicians and support staff serving a variety of clients including architectural and engineering firms, developers, contractors, facility managers and all levels of government.

The successful candidate for the Engineering Technician Co-op Intern - Construction Materials Testing position will have the following qualifications and experience:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Interest in materials testing
• Ability to lift, carry, or move samples up to 50 lbs.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Aptitude for mathematics
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Job duties for the student Engineering Technician Co-op Intern - Construction Materials Testing include:

• Perform field and laboratory tests on soil, concrete, bituminous, aggregates, mortar and masonry units, structural steel welding and bolted connections as well as other construction materials
• Maintain orderly and timely processing of project paperwork including completion of field or laboratory test or observation sheets, and logbook and other necessary requirements for nuclear gauge operation
• Achieve proficiency in all tests NTI performs by taking and passing all appropriate certifications
• Communicate all job observations, passing or failing of tests or other information to project manager
• Keep vehicles clean and organized
• Maintain log of laboratory inventory and calibration work
• Produce a high technical quality of work
• Represent NTI in a professional manner through communication and appearance.

*At least 50% of the time is anticipated to be outdoors performing on-site inspection/observation activities.

NTI is a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment subject to passing a drug test.

NTI an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

NTI is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact NTI HR at 701-551-2073.