Environmental Compliance Intern

GAI Consultants, Inc.; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Compliance Intern to join the Cranberry office within the Civil & Environmental Engineering Business Unit.

You will assist licensed engineers and contribute to projects addressing federal and state environmental regulations in PA, OH, WV, and surrounding regions. The role offers exposure to SPCC/air permit work, E&S and stormwater planning, field data collection, and report preparation in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Applicant must be enrolled at an accredited college or university to obtain a bachelor's degree in Engineering or related.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical reports and procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports and other business correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other staff members.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and review of SPCC Plans and state PPC Plans.
• Review and assist in the completion of state and federal environmental air quality permits including Minor Modifications and Major Source – Title V.
• Review E&S control and stormwater plans for site and linear construction projects.
• Perform field monitoring with supervision on construction projects (E&S compliance, Phase I ESAs, etc.).
• Prepare periodic reports and applications (field monitoring, reporting, permitting).
• Review specifications, permits, and permit conditions as needed.
• Use GPS or GPS-enabled devices to collect data tied to project location.
• Adhere to Health and Safety requirements and QA/QC standards.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical reading

Report writing

Presentation skills

Mathematical skills

Computer literacy

Power Delivery software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related

Tools

Power Delivery industry software

Job description

GAI Consultants is seeking an Environmental Compliance Intern to work out of our Cranberry office within our Civil & Environmental Engineering Business Unit. The successful candidate will serve as a member of the Environmental Compliance Staff under a licensed Professional Engineer to assist with projects assisting clients with their compliance needs. The successful candidate should enjoy working in a challenging, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment. This position will afford an excellent opportunity for the individual to expand their experience and knowledge base in federal and state environmental regulations and methodologies in Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, and the surrounding region.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and review of client specific Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans and state specific PPC Plans.
• Review and assist in the completion of state and federal environmental air quality permits including Minor Modifications and Major Source – Title V.
• Review E&S control and stormwater plans associated with both site and linear construction Projects.
• Perform field monitoring with supervision on various types of construction projects, not limited to: erosion and sediment (E&S) compliance. Phase I ESAs, etc.
• Prepare periodic reports and applications (field monitoring, reporting, compliance, permitting, etc.) as assigned. Reports may be submitted via paper report or electronically.
• When required, be able to perform basic calculations and to review specifications, permits, and permit conditions.
• Utilize electronic location devices such as a GPS or a GPS enabled device to collect data tied to a Project location.
• Adhere to the Health and Safety requirements of GAI Consultants and GAI’s clients.
• Maintain QA/QC standards and adhere to the Quality Management System procedures of GAI Consultants and the quality procedures of GAI’s clients.
• Must be flexible; some travel will be expected as part of this position although overnight stays out of town are not required.

Direction Received

• Intern will receive direction from lead engineers and project managers to complete day-to-day tasks.

Experience

• This is an entry level position and no experience required.

Education And Training

• Applicant must be enrolled at an accredited college or university to obtain a bachelor's degree in Engineering or related.

Communication Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical reports and procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports and other business correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other staff members.

Mathematical Skills

• Required mathematical skills are commensurate with the technical or engineering discipline practiced (e.g., engineering calculations, design, etc.).

Computer Skills

• Demonstrate in-depth understanding of basic computer systems and software packages. Must be willing to learn software that is specific to Power Delivery Industry.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• In-Office environment: 95%

Why GAI

GAI offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact in communities nationwide. You’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm bringing together engineering, planning, and environmental expertise to deliver projects across transportation, infrastructure, power, and energy markets. Working alongside accomplished colleagues, you’ll help move projects from vision through construction, creating solutions that keep people moving, power essential systems, and support responsible development.

At GAI, you’ll work in a team-driven environment grounded in integrity, respect, and shared success, with the flexibility, resources, and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people. That commitment includes comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts. With opportunities across the U.S., GAI offers the collaboration and client focus of regional teams, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.

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