Environmental Field Scientist Intern

The Civil Engineer; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Haley & Aldrich is seeking an Intern, Environmental Scientist, Environmental Engineer, or Geologist to support office engineers and project managers. The position is based in Princeton, NJ or Holicong, PA and runs for about 3 months starting Spring 2027, offering hands-on field experience and a chance to contribute to project teams.

You will assist with site characterization, subsurface investigations, and construction monitoring, gaining exposure to geotechnical testing and reporting.

Qualifications

• Candidate should be at least 2 years into their academic career.
• Enrolled in an environmental engineering, environmental science, geology, or geoscience program.
• Demonstrate initiative and a willingness to learn.
• Be a collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.
• Computer skills – proficiency in MS Office.
• Valid driver’s license highly preferred.
• Ability to work for 3 consecutive months on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Serve in a field support role, working on construction projects with field activities such as observation and sampling.
• Visit construction sites to assist in monitoring activities.
• Assist with site characterization, subsurface investigation, and project development.
• Assist in evaluating subsurface geotechnical and environmental data.
• Contribute to geotechnical design/analysis and develop recommendations.
• Assist in running geotechnical testing on soil samples.
• Complete a presentation at the end of the internship period.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Team player

Willingness to learn

Self-motivation

Education

Enrolled in environmental engineering/science/geology program

2 years into academic career

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Haley & Aldrich is seeking an Intern, Environmental Scientist, Environmental Engineer, or Geologist to support office engineers and project managers. The position is based in Princeton, NJ or Holicong, PA and runs for about 3 months starting Spring 2027, offering hands-on field experience and a chance to contribute to project teams.

You will assist with site characterization, subsurface investigations, and construction monitoring, gaining exposure to geotechnical testing and reporting.