Environmental Intern

The North American Coal Corporation; North Dakota; Sur place; USD 28 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Housing Stipend

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K & Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Intern Fees Paid

Résumé du poste

NACCO Industries, Inc. seeks an Environmental Intern for a 3- to 8-month program based near Underwood, ND. The role blends fieldwork in vegetation and wildlife surveys with GIS/mapping tasks and data reporting.

You will learn environmental monitoring, regulatory compliance, and site operations. Access to PPE and safety training provided. The internship emphasizes hands-on experience in a surface coal mining context, with outdoor work, rotating shifts, and opportunities to gain office computing

Qualifications

• Enrolled in accredited engineering/surveying program and in good academic standing.
• Completed a portion of college in the associated field and intends to complete the degree.
• Applicants need to have a valid driver’s license.
• Able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
• Steel-toed Shoes required.

Responsabilités

• Vegetation assessment and mapping on reclaimed wetlands and shelterbelts.
• Wildlife monitoring on pre-mine and post-mine areas; compile data reports for wildlife agencies.
• Ground/surface water monitoring and sampling at multiple sites near the mine.
• Assist survey crew with fieldwork and office computations; produce and modify mine site maps with AutoCAD.
• Escort contractor around mine site to apply weed control; ensure compliance with MSHA and environmental regulations.

Connaissances

Plant/wildlife identification

Strong computer skills

MS Office

Formation

Engineering/surveying program enrollment

Outils

AutoCAD

MS Office

Description du poste

## Environmental InternApply: Underwood, ND: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: End Date: November 1, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): R-00805**CURRENT EMPLOYEES - Please apply using \"Jobs Hub\" in Workday. This career site is for external applicants only.**Employee Type: Intern (Trainee)This program is designed for students currently pursuing a two- or four-year degree, who have completed a portion of their curriculum, and will be completing their program after the internship experience. It is not designed for graduates. Falkirk looks at this position as an opportunity to expose an Environmental Science, Wildlife, or Biology student to a varied field and office experience. At the same time Falkirk will utilize the individual time to accomplish tasks that will benefit the operation. The successful applicant will require knowledge of plant/wildlife identification and the use of taxonomic keys. They should have strong computer skills (experience with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD are a plus). 3-month position (May 2027 through August 2027) 8-month position (May 2027 through December 2027)**Job Description:****Duties / Tasks:**Duties at the surface coal mine will be wide and varied, based on needs of the operation. These duties may include all or some of the following:* Vegetation assessment and mapping on reclaimed wetlands and shelterbelts.* Wildlife monitoring on pre-mine and post-mine areas. Compile written and tabular data monitoring reports as required by state and federal wildlife agencies.* Ground/Surface Water Monitoring - assist with recording levels and sampling water from several ground/surface water monitoring sites located within the vicinity of the mine.* Assist the survey crew with fieldwork and office computations.* Working with various forms of mine data to produce reports or studies.* Soil Sampling and Probing – assist mine site employees with on-going soil probing and collection of soil samples.* Produce and modify mine site maps with the use of computer program AutoCAD.* Escort contractor around mine site to spray noxious weeds.* Perform job duties in accordance with MSHA law and regulations, established company safety procedures, and state and federal environmental regulations.**Qualifications:**Required* Enrolled in accredited engineering/surveying program and in good academic standing with the college or university.* Completed a portion of college in the associated field of study and intents on completing the degree.* Applicants need to have a valid driver’s license* Able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions* Steel-toed Shoes**Benefits:*** Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance* 401K & Company Match* Paid Time Off* Paid Holidays* Intern Fees Paid (approval required)* Housing Stipend**Starting Salary:** $25.88 - $29.11 (Hourly)**Starting Date:** May of 2027**End Date:** August of 2027 or December of 2027**For additional questions contact:**Libby Werth(701) 250-2623 or **[e-mail]**Tara Berger(701) 250-2489 or **[e-mail]**Annette Presser(701) 250-2427 or **[e-mail]****ANALYSIS OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS FOR POSITION****:*** **Intermittent:** None* **Occasionally (0 -1/3 of workday):** Climbing stairs, and lowered work/standing.* **Frequently (1/3 – 2/3 of workday):**Sitting, walking floor to waist lift (35 lbs.), waist to eye lift (35 lbs.), bilaterial carry (35 lbs.), unilateral carry (35 lbs.), and push and pull (35 lbs.)* **Continually (2/3-3/3 of workday):**none**NOTE:** This position requires working rotating shifts. The role involves approximately 80% indoor work and 20% outdoor work. Employees must be able to work while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to steel-toe boots, safety glasses, a hard hat, face shield, and respirator. Must also successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check and the applicable Job Function Test (JFT).External individuals interested should apply online at: www.nacoal.com/careers.**Advertising and Application dates:**September 11, 2026 – November 1, 2026**EEO Statement:**We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate. You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.