Environmental Co‑op: GIS, Permits & Wetlands (Hybrid)

Mass; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

MassDOT is seeking an Environmental Co-op for Spring 2027 to assist the Environmental Services Section in statewide project reviews for compliance with environmental laws. The role includes analyzing plans with ArcGIS, evaluating regulations, and helping with permit applications, plus occasional field work.

You will gain broad exposure to regulations such as CWA/NEPA/MEPA, wetlands, endangered species, and stormwater programs while supporting multiple units and data management tasks in GIS and

Qualifications

• Experience reviewing environmental regulations and permits
• Interest in environmental and transportation topics
• Proficiency with GIS (ArcGIS) and data management
• Occasional field work as needed

Responsibilities

• Review MassDOT projects for compliance with environmental regulations and permits
• Assist with wetland delineations, GIS screening, and data management in GIS/Excel
• Coordinate endangered species consultations and permitting activities
• Support Stormwater Program, collect asset data, and develop permits/reports
• Collaborate with Wetlands, Wildlife, and Stormwater units to ensure regulatory compliance

Skills

Hydrology

Environmental policy

Wetland science

Hazardous materials

Conservation biology

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication

Self-motivation

Can-do attitude

Tools

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

MassDOT is seeking an Environmental Co-op for Spring 2027 to assist the Environmental Services Section in statewide project reviews for compliance with environmental laws. The role includes analyzing plans with ArcGIS, evaluating regulations, and helping with permit applications, plus occasional field work.

You will gain broad exposure to regulations such as CWA/NEPA/MEPA, wetlands, endangered species, and stormwater programs while supporting multiple units and data management tasks in GIS and