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2026 Field Testing Intern - York, Pennsylvania

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Field Testing Intern to join our Building Enclosure Testing team in York, Pennsylvania. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the building enclosure testing industry!

Intertek's Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities. Intertek's Building and Construction Field Testing group is primarily focused on building enclosure field testing for new construction and retrofit projects.

What are we looking for?

As a Field Testing Intern, you will support field testing activities and building inspections while gaining hands-on experience in the industry. This internship provides opportunities for learning, professional development, and exposure to various aspects of field operations within the department and company. 

Shift/Schedule: Monday - Friday, local travel most weeks Monday through Friday, with shared company transportation or travel accommodations provided for work-related travel.

What you'll do:

• Assist with field testing projects and building envelope testing under the guidance of experienced team members

• Support building envelope field testing through chamber construction and testing per ASTM and AAMA test standards and specifications. Assist with site observations, documentation, and data collection

• Collaborate with clients and project teams regarding site observations, test preparation, procedures, results, and reporting activities

• Help prepare accurate and concise project documentation and reports

• Assist with project coordination activities including planning, scheduling, execution, and reporting

• Assist with searching through project specs to find testing opportunities and help prepare quotes. 

• Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients and project team members while developing industry knowledge and practical experience

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.  

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in construction, engineering, architecture or a related field
• Comfortable working with elevated platforms
• Desire to learn the building envelope including wall cladding systems, curtain wall, window and door systems, waterproofing, roofing, etc. and their installation means and methods
• Ability to learn and comprehend testing standards
• Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to meet changing priorities and strict deadlines
• Good computer skills - Microsoft Office & Outlook
• Ability to routinely lift a minimum of 50 pounds, climb stairs and ladders, bend, crawl, push and pull as needed
• Willingness to travel 75% of the time or more
• Valid driver's license and reliable driving record (required)

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site.