ECS Southwest, LLP

Building Science + Infrastructure Internship (Level 1)

Austin, Texas, US

Role snapshot

ECS Southwest, LLP is hiring a Building Science + Infrastructure Internship (Level 1) on a internship basis. This is a role based in Austin, Texas, US.

Company
ECS Southwest, LLP
Location
Austin, Texas, US
Job type
Internship
Posted
Nov 4, 2026

Who this role suits

Students and recent graduates who want hands-on experience. Internships are usually judged on curiosity, projects and coursework rather than years of work history.

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About the role

What You'll Do

  • Conducting field observations associated with existing facilities

  • Performing facilities related services including roofing and waterproofing, fireproofing and firestopping, exterior insulation finish systems (EIFS), anchor testing, coring, scanning, material sampling, leak investigations, and forensic investigations

  • Interacting and communicating effectively with site contractors, other technicians, and project managers

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What We're Looking For

  • Actively pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Master's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or related degree

  • Interest in building forensics, mechanical systems, and structures

  • Position requires carrying 40 - 70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 85 lbs to waist height
  • Must be able to provide suitable transportation for use on job sites - mileage will be reimbursed

Who We Are

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, clickhere.