Environmental Internship Summer 2025

Universal Engineering Sciences • Internship • Houston, Texas • 1m ago

Job Details

Houston, TX - North - 14731 PEBBLE BEND DR - Houston, TX

Internship

Job Description:

UES is a leader in environmental consulting, geotechnical engineering, and materials testing. We are dedicated to fostering the next generation of environmental professionals through hands-on learning experiences. Our Summer 2025 Environmental Internship provides students with the opportunity to gain real-world experience in environmental investigations, site assessments, and regulatory compliance.

Job Summary:

The Environmental Intern will work under the supervision of experienced environmental professionals to support field investigations, environmental site assessments (ESAs), and regulatory compliance projects. The role involves a combination of office-based tasks and fieldwork, offering valuable exposure to environmental sampling, data analysis, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in conducting Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), including site inspections, historical research, and report preparation
Support soil, groundwater, and air sampling investigations
Support environmental remediation projects, including data collection and monitoring activities
Prepare field notes, draft reports, and laboratory data summaries
Assist in regulatory compliance research and environmental permitting
Work both independently and in a team setting, collaborating with engineers, geologists, and environmental scientists
Adhere to safety and environmental regulations while working in the field

Qualifications:

Current student (junior, senior, or graduate level) pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or a related field
Strong interest in environmental consulting, investigations, and regulatory compliance
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to work in both office and field environments, sometimes in varying weather conditions
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
40-Hr OSHA HAZWOPER training preferred. UES will subsidize training for selected candidates who are not already certified.

What We Offer:

Hands-on field and laboratory experience in environmental consulting
Exposure to industry-leading technologies and regulatory frameworks
Mentorship and networking opportunities with experienced professionals
Potential full-time employment opportunities upon graduation

Join UES this summer and gain the experience to launch your career in environmental consulting!

About Us:

The UES Texas Region includes 4 powerhouse legacy firms from the geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, and environmental consulting arenas: Alpha Testing, Rock Engineering & Testing, Riner Engineering, and InControl Technologies.

Now, as we work together as Team UES, our core values continue to portray who we are and what we believe. These values are represented by the acronym STRIVE:

With this focus, our team members are empowered to be industry leaders in our disciplines, ensuring the safety, integrity, and sustainability of our community’s land and structures from development to redevelopment. In addition, our focus on servant leadership enables us to be trusted partners, solving our clients’ project challenges and executing their projects successfully.