Job Description

RK&K is seeking a motivated, hard-working Intern Geologist to join our Baltimore Team. If you are a student studying Geology with a desire to establish your career and develop your skills in a supportive, collaborative environment, free of the need to satisfy burdensome corporate metrics, then we want to talk to you. RK&K is a civil engineering firm offering qualified candidates the opportunity to partner with an industry leader while experiencing unparalleled growth and career development. This is an excellent opportunity to learn from our senior staff and gain a wide range of experience.


As an Intern Geologist at RK&K you will have the opportunity to work across disciplines to prepare plans and reports related to a variety of geotechnical projects for a variety of clients in the transportation and municipal sectors.


Basic Responsibilities:

• Characterize the site through field reconnaissance and mapping of geological and geotechnical features as they affect existing and proposed engineered features;

• Perform surveillance of drilling operations, including logging and classifying soil and rock materials in accordance with applicable logging standards;

• Assist with database development;

• Create drilling logs and geological cross sections, profiles, and maps necessary to convey subsurface exploration results;

• Write technical letters, technical memoranda, and briefs of findings;

• Assist engineering staff with preparation of geotechnical engineering reports;

• Maintain gINT database and integrate with GIS or other web-based geo-locating systems.

Required Education, Experience and Skills:

• Pursuing a BS degree in Geology

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to perform field work on active construction sites year-round without restrictions, and in inclement weather if required.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

• Classwork in soils Geology and structural Geology

• Participation in professional societies

• Applicable prior internship experience

Other Duties


This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.


Why RK&K


RK&K has been a premier Civil Engineering firm across the US for 100 years. Many of our current employees started their careers as Interns at RK&K. Come join and design your career as part of our talented team!


Hourly Rate: $17/hr. - $25/hr.

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