Environmental Engineer, Geologist or Scientist Intern/Co-Op

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Wilmington (NC); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. seeks an Environmental Engineer, Geologist or Scientist Intern/Co-Op in Raleigh or Wilmington, NC.

The role offers hands-on field sampling, data analysis, and report preparation while applying academic knowledge to real-world environmental projects. Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in engineering, geology, or related science, with strong communication skills and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Outstanding academic credentials and exceptional interpersonal, technical writing, oral and written communication and problem-solving skills. (required)
• Valid U.S. driver’s license, reliable transportation, and satisfactory driving record for business travel to project sites. (required)
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing. (provided by Geosyntec if necessary)

Responsibilities

• Soil, soil gas, indoor air, groundwater, and surface water sampling with contractor oversight.
• Vapor intrusion assessments, vapor mitigation system design, construction oversight and monitoring.
• Environmental due diligence (Phase I/II) support.
• Regulatory compliance and permitting for air, stormwater, wastewater, waste and chemical handling.
• Data analysis and preparation of maps, tables, and figures.
• Technical reports, letters, memoranda, plans and proposals preparation.
• Brownfields redevelopment work and construction oversight.
• Fast-paced client work with municipalities and private developers under tight deadlines.
• Drive to client sites using company or rental vehicles as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Driving license

Education

Bachelor's or Master's student in engineering/geology/science

Geology/Geoscience/Engineering focus preferred

Job description

Overview

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

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Engineer, Geologist orScientistIntern/Co-Op as part of our environmental management and site assessment team in our Raleigh or Wilmington, North Carolina office. The position offers the opportunity to apply engineering, geologic, and scientific academic knowledge to real-world situations while also learning the business skills needed for a successful consulting career. This position is flexible in terms of work hours/week, with a minimum of 20 hours/week preferred. It is expected that the intern begin work in spring or summer of 2027. Preferred candidates would have the ability to return to the position for up to two additional semester rotations during their undergraduate and/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.

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

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Fieldwork such as soil, soil gas, indoor air, groundwater, and surface water sampling, and drilling and contractor oversight following proper training
• Vapor intrusion assessments, vapor mitigation system design, construction oversight, testing, and operational maintenance and monitoring
• Environmental due diligence (Phase I/Phase II Environmental Site Assessments)
• Regulatory compliance and permitting services for air, stormwater, wastewater, solid waste, hazardous waste, universal waste, and/or chemical handling
• Data analysis, including preparing maps, tables, and figures
• Preparation of technical reports, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals
• Brownfields redevelopment work, including contaminated site construction planning and contractor oversight during construction
• Fast-paced environment, working with clients (municipalities, private developers) with quick and strict deadlines
• Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.

Education and Licensure

• Currently registered in a Bachelor’s or Master’s university degree program in a relevant engineering, geology, or related science discipline. (required)
• Degree focus area in geology, geoscience, or engineering (e.g. civil, geotechnical, environmental or water resources) are preferred.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Outstanding academic credentials and exceptional interpersonal, technical writing, oral and written communication and problem-solving skills. (required)
• Valid U.S. driver’s license, reliable transportation, and satisfactory driving record for business travel to project sites. (required)
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing. (provided by Geosyntec if necessary)

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