Environmental Engineering or Science Intern

Geosyntec Consultants • Internship • Columbia, Maryland • 1w ago

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Engineering or Science Intern in our Columbia, Maryland office, you will have the opportunity to apply your engineering (civil, geotechnical, environmental, and water resources) academic knowledge to real-world situations while also learning the business skills needed for a successful consulting career. We are seeking a full-time (40 hours/week) intern for approximately 13 to 15 weeks during the summer of 2025. Preferred candidates would have the ability to return to the position for up to two additional semester rotations during their undergraduate or graduate studies. Candidates are responsible for coordinating their own transportation to and from the office.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people.Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offercompetitive pay and benefits, and well-being programsto support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit:http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Researching, collecting, organizing, and summarizing environmental and historical documents;
Technical writing of reports, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals;
Data input and analysis, including preparing maps, tables, and figures;
Follow instructions and interact with engineers, scientists, geologists, office administrative staff, contractors, and construction personnel;
Assist with environmental due diligence (Phase I/II ESAs); and
Potential for fieldwork such as site visits, soil and groundwater sampling, stormwater inspections, in-person historical research at Washington, D.C.-area repositories, and drilling and contractor oversight.

Education and Licensure

Currently registered in a Bachelor’s or Master’s university degree program in a relevant science or engineering discipline. (required)
Degree focus area in geology, environmental science, environmental or water resources engineering. (required)
Upper division (e.g. junior, senior) or Master’s enrollment. (preferred)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Experience with Microsoft Office. (preferred)
Outstanding academic credentials and exceptional interpersonal, technical writing, and problem-solving skills. (preferred)
Local to Columbia, MD area. (preferred)
Valid U.S. driver’s license, reliable transportation, and satisfactory driving record to drive to project sites. (required)

This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec’s total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.

Minimum: $21.17/hour / Maximum: $29.64/hour (Columbia, MD)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.