Lab Intern

Colas, a subsidiary of the Bouygues Group, has one mission: to imagine, build and maintain sustainable transport infrastructure. Backed by a network of 900 construction business units and 3,000 material production units in more than 50 countries on five continents, the Group’s 65,000 employees act locally to connect communities and foster exchanges for today and tomorrow. Colas’ ambition is to be the world leader in innovative, sustainable mobility solutions.

Mission

The Lab Intern will work under the supervision of the Lab Manager, focusing on testing procedures and other lab related duties.

Main Responsibilities

+ Calculate, record, and analyze test results obtained. + Check for quality test results and retest when necessary. + Coordinate with other employees on the use of the equipment. + Communicate test results to the Product Development Manager and Laboratory Supervisor and keep data well organized. + Ensure equipment is calibrated and standardized according to schedule. + Keep current on all safety training and follow safe work practices diligently. + Work on a special project(s) as designated. + Meet all university co-op requirements and coordinate with on-site supervisor on required activities. + Present findings to other employees at end of co-op term.

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all employees. + Frequently need to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, and reach with arms and hands. + Required to sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. + Employee must safely move and/or lift up to 50 pounds.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE