Internship Class Observer Jobs in Austin, TX (NOW HIRING)

Job DescriptionOverview

We are seeking a Junior Field Representative (Active-Duty Service Members Only) to join ourteam as part of the DoD SkillBridge Program. This opportunity is designed for transitioning service members who want to gain hands on experience in construction inspection and field operations while leveraging their military skills. As official partners with DoD SkillBridge, this is an unpaid internship; however, service members will continue to receive their regular military pay and benefits.

Your role

Under the immediate supervision of our construction managers and technical professionals, you will:

• Train in various tasks of the field observation function.
• Assist field representatives in observation processes and develop an understanding of construction plans.
• Prepare testing sites using shovels, wheelbarrows, and other tools.
• Assist in sampling materials and conducting soil testing (e.g., concrete and asphalt testing).
• Maintain diary records and perform plan readings for station location, curve information, and locating features and elevations on construction sites.
• Support senior inspectors in discussions of materials, contractor methods, and documentation.

Your SkillBridge experience will follow a structured 13-week curriculum combining classroom and field learning:

• Weeks 1-2: Safety protocols, hazard assessments, and construction math fundamentals.
• Weeks 3-4: Plans and specifications reading; tools and equipment training (including concrete meters, slump cones, nuclear density gauges, and drone technology).
• Weeks 5-6: Temporary traffic control in work zones; environmental field learning and turbidity testing.
• Weeks 7-9: Utility construction monitoring; earthwork and field observation; asphalt pavement inspection and testing.
• Weeks 10-12: Concrete construction inspection; traffic signals, lighting, ITS systems; signage, striping, and ADA compliance.
• Week 13: Documentation and reporting responsibilities, project roles, and schedule interpretation.

About you

• Eligibility: Must be an active-duty service member approved for the DoD SkillBridge Program.
• Strong interest in construction inspection and field operations.
• Ability to work outdoors and perform physical tasks.
• Basic math and problem solving skills.
• Willingness to learn technical tools and software.
• Team oriented with good communication skills.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRealis, our values-Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence-are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRealis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRealis

We're AtkinsRealis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

This is an unpaid internship through the DoD SkillBridge program and expected compensation range is $0 hourly.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRealis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

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