Environmental Assessment Intern: NEPA & Fieldwork

Hanson Professional Services Inc.; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

401(k) with matching

Health & well-being plans

Professional development

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking Environmental Assessment interns to support NEPA documentation and environmental studies. You will gather data, assist in field surveys, and use ArcGIS Pro for data collection and exhibit creation under supervision.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in environmental science-related studies, have completed sophomore year, and are familiar with GIS software. Offices are available in multiple locations, with competitive internship benefits and professional

Qualifications

• Interns must be actively enrolled in a relevant field of study such as Environmental Science, Environmental Biology, Natural Resources, Biology, Ecology, or Environmental Engineering.
• The ideal candidate will have completed their sophomore year, be enrolled in an accredited 4-year college or university and be familiar with Geographic Information System software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare NEPA documentation primarily for categorical exclusion-level projects but also environmental assessments and environmental impact statements
• Gather and provide data for the preparation of environmental reports and studies
• Assist in conducting various environmental field surveys including threatened and endangered species habitat surveys, tree identification, stream characterizations, and wetland delineations
• Utilize software packages such as ArcGIS Pro for environmental data gathering and exhibit creation
• Assist in the preparation of environmental permit applications
• Perform related duties such as writing memoranda, letters, or general reports; collecting and correlating data; maintaining records; attending meetings; and operating technical equipment.

Skills

GIS familiarity

Strong communication

Valid driver’s license

Education

Enrolled in Environmental Science / related field

Sophomore year completed and enrolled in 4-year college

Job description

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking Environmental Assessment interns to support NEPA documentation and environmental studies. You will gather data, assist in field surveys, and use ArcGIS Pro for data collection and exhibit creation under supervision.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in environmental science-related studies, have completed sophomore year, and are familiar with GIS software. Offices are available in multiple locations, with competitive internship benefits and professional