Top Benefits
About the role
Description Your role at GEI. We are seeking a highly motivated Geotechnical Intern to join our Fraser Valley, BC team for the upcoming co-op term. In this role, you’ll work alongside industry-leading experts, gaining hands-on experience in the field, the lab, and technical reporting. You’ll be part of real-world projects - testing, inspecting, and ensuring quality in the structures and systems that shape our communities.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
- Assist with geotechnical field work (drill rig supervision, soil/groundwater sampling, well monitoring, in-situ testing)
- Document field procedures and observations with detailed notes and photographs
- Perform lab testing (moisture contents, sieves, hydrometers, Atterbergs, proctors, etc.)
- Help prepare technical reports, memos, analysis, and specifications
- Follow site-specific health and safety plans and participate in safety briefings
- Coordinate daily with contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams
Minimum Qualifications
- Pursuing an undergraduate degree in geotechnical/civil engineering or a related field
- Team player with the ability to work independently
- Strong work ethic, motivation, and attention to detail
- Excellent written/verbal communication, organization, and time management skills
- Proficient in MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Physical and environmental requirements for this position are available upon request.
We are GEI. Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.
We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.
With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.
GEI Consultants Canada (GEI) has merged with GeoWest Engineering, uniting GeoWest’s reputation for specialized geotechnical and environmental expertise in British Columbia with GEI’s expansive multidisciplinary resources and North American presence. This alliance enhances our ability to deliver innovative, value-driven engineering solutions that accelerate sustainable growth and build resilient, thriving communities across Canada. Together, as GEI, we combine local insight and national strength to tackle complex infrastructure, land development, and environmental challenges with technical excellence and a client-focused approach.
Employee-owned. Employee-focused. As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career sitehere.
GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes
- Market-Competitive Compensation
- Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipend
- Rewards and Recognition
- A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- And More…
GEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Aboriginal/Indigenous status or any other factors considered discriminatory. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.
About GEI Consultants, Inc.
GEI Consultants, Inc., one of the nation’s leading geotechnical, environmental, water resources, and ecological science and engineering firms, has provided a broad range of consulting and engineering services on over 50,000 projects in 50 states and 22 countries.
GEI is honored to maintain decades-long trusted advisor relationships with dozens of clients and partners nationwide. Narrow-scope projects with new clients often lead to an expanded relationship over time as we prove our technical qualifications and offer innovative solutions that improve bottom line results.
A mid-sized, privately held, employee-owned firm, GEI offers direct access to nationally recognized engineers and scientists who lead client engagements, and who, in turn, are supported by and mentor some of the very best young minds in our business. We employ top talent in our fields at all levels who teach and learn in a collaborative, supportive, and stimulating environment.
For more information, please visit the firm’s web site at www.geiconsultants.com.
Top Benefits
About the role
Description Your role at GEI. We are seeking a highly motivated Geotechnical Intern to join our Fraser Valley, BC team for the upcoming co-op term. In this role, you’ll work alongside industry-leading experts, gaining hands-on experience in the field, the lab, and technical reporting. You’ll be part of real-world projects - testing, inspecting, and ensuring quality in the structures and systems that shape our communities.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
- Assist with geotechnical field work (drill rig supervision, soil/groundwater sampling, well monitoring, in-situ testing)
- Document field procedures and observations with detailed notes and photographs
- Perform lab testing (moisture contents, sieves, hydrometers, Atterbergs, proctors, etc.)
- Help prepare technical reports, memos, analysis, and specifications
- Follow site-specific health and safety plans and participate in safety briefings
- Coordinate daily with contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams
Minimum Qualifications
- Pursuing an undergraduate degree in geotechnical/civil engineering or a related field
- Team player with the ability to work independently
- Strong work ethic, motivation, and attention to detail
- Excellent written/verbal communication, organization, and time management skills
- Proficient in MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Physical and environmental requirements for this position are available upon request.
We are GEI. Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.
We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.
With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.
GEI Consultants Canada (GEI) has merged with GeoWest Engineering, uniting GeoWest’s reputation for specialized geotechnical and environmental expertise in British Columbia with GEI’s expansive multidisciplinary resources and North American presence. This alliance enhances our ability to deliver innovative, value-driven engineering solutions that accelerate sustainable growth and build resilient, thriving communities across Canada. Together, as GEI, we combine local insight and national strength to tackle complex infrastructure, land development, and environmental challenges with technical excellence and a client-focused approach.
Employee-owned. Employee-focused. As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career sitehere.
GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes
- Market-Competitive Compensation
- Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipend
- Rewards and Recognition
- A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- And More…
GEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Aboriginal/Indigenous status or any other factors considered discriminatory. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.
About GEI Consultants, Inc.
GEI Consultants, Inc., one of the nation’s leading geotechnical, environmental, water resources, and ecological science and engineering firms, has provided a broad range of consulting and engineering services on over 50,000 projects in 50 states and 22 countries.
GEI is honored to maintain decades-long trusted advisor relationships with dozens of clients and partners nationwide. Narrow-scope projects with new clients often lead to an expanded relationship over time as we prove our technical qualifications and offer innovative solutions that improve bottom line results.
A mid-sized, privately held, employee-owned firm, GEI offers direct access to nationally recognized engineers and scientists who lead client engagements, and who, in turn, are supported by and mentor some of the very best young minds in our business. We employ top talent in our fields at all levels who teach and learn in a collaborative, supportive, and stimulating environment.
For more information, please visit the firm’s web site at www.geiconsultants.com.