Environmental Intern

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship programs

Employee‑owned culture

Job summary

HDR, an employee-owned firm, invites you to join our Summer 2027 internship in the Resources Business group focusing on Environmental Science. This role emphasizes hands-on project work, collaboration with mentors, and exposure to project management under professional supervision.

As an Environmental Intern, you will contribute to real-world studies while benefiting from HDR’s employee-owned culture and strong emphasis on inclusion and professional development.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate environmental science, biology, environmental engineering or related program.
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in real-world experience on exciting projects.
• Connect with recent college graduates and company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs.
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate or graduate in Environmental Science, Biology, Environmental Engineering or related program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

At HDR, our employee‑ownership model shapes everything we do, including how we support and care for our people. Our diverse service lines, including Water, Architecture, Building Engineering Services, Field Services, Power, Waste, Industrial, and Transportation reflect our commitment to shaping resilient, sustainable, and forward‑thinking communities around the world. Across these disciplines, our teams design and deliver solutions that safeguard public health, enhance quality of life, power innovation, and drive responsible growth. Whether advancing clean water, creating healing and learning environments, engineering next‑generation facilities, or building the infrastructure that moves people and energy, our work is rooted in technical excellence and a shared sense of purpose. Our employee‑owners collaborate across specialties, combining creativity, precision, and deep expertise to solve the most complex challenges facing our clients and communities.

Join HDR during Summer 2027 for an internship in our Resources Business group focusing on Environmental Science.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Environmental Intern, we'll count on you to:

• Participate in real-world experience on exciting projects
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
• Preference given to local/regional candidates pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, or related program during Summer 2027

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate environmental science, biology, environmental Engineering or related program
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Temporary

Job Posting

Sep 24, 2026

Employment Equity

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.