Intern - Materials Science

About ESi

Engineering Systems Inc. (ESi) is an engineering and scientific investigation and failure analysis firm. We are frequently retained by law firms, insurance companies, and manufacturers to answer complex technical questions on projects ranging from small, focused investigations to large-scale, high-profile losses.

Our work spans a wide range of challenges, including major transportation accidents, equipment and product failures, personal injury claims, and damage to residential, commercial, and industrial structures. The variety, complexity, and real-world impact of our projects create deeply fulfilling and intellectually engaging careers for our consultants.

At ESi, you’ll have the opportunity to shape your own path while being supported by a collaborative culture, national expertise, and industry-leading resources.

Why ESi

As a consulting and forensic engineer in ESi’s Materials Practice Group, you will play a key role in solving complex, real-world engineering problems through hands-on failure analysis and advanced material characterization. With 11 materials laboratories across the country, ESi provides a uniquely integrated environment where consultants can directly investigate material behavior, processing, and performance using state-of-the-art tools. You will work alongside experienced engineers and scientists who are deeply invested in technical rigor and mentorship, contributing to multidisciplinary investigations that span industries and applications. This combination of resources, responsibility, and collaboration offers a platform to develop strong technical judgment and build a well-rounded consulting career.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist ESi consultants during site and laboratory-based forensic inspections.
• Assist ESi consultants in file review and report writing.
• Employ various methods of documenting artifacts and evidence, such as photography, videography, note taking, and dimensional measurements.
• Assist in the materials l