Environmental Intern - Central District (Summer 2027)

Kiewit; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit in Denver, CO seeks an Environmental Intern to support the Environmental Team with regulatory research, field exercises at projects, and developing training materials. You will gain real-world experience while pursuing your degree, with flexible hours in summer and lighter coursework during the school year.

Responsibilities include preparing articles, taking minutes, assisting with data input for sustainability metrics, and vendor reviews.

Qualifications

• Pursuing environmental science degree.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Detail oriented and motivated.
• Strong work ethic and professionalism.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Able to travel as needed.
• Effective time management.
• Independent with deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support Environmental department with regulatory research.
• Conduct regulatory research on Federal environmental legislation.
• Develop environmental articles for newsletter.
• Assist with minutes for calls and training.
• Assist with data input to track sustainability performance.
• Assist with environmental training preparation and presentation.
• Participate in field exercises at projects and vendor reviews.
• Provide overall department support.
• Inventory greenhouse gases; participate in sustainability initiatives.

Skills

MS Office

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Team player

Willing to travel

Education

Environmental science degree

Job description

Requisition ID: 181650

Job Level: Internship

Home District/Group: Central District

Department: Environmental

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time Temporary

Position Overview

We know you're not just looking for an internship. You want an adventure — to do something that makes a real impact on the world around you. As an Environmental Intern, you'll support the Environmental Team with regulatory research, participating in field exercises at projects, developing environmental articles, preparing and presenting training, and conducting vendor reviews. As you continue pursuing your degree during the school year, we'll support you by offering real world experience at one of North America's largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations.

District Overview

Kiewit’s Central District is one of our largest infrastructure districts specializing in heavy civil, structural concrete/bridge, water/wastewater, and transportation projects. We self-perform work such as mass grading, drainage, paving, utility and more - so be ready to get your hands dirty! While headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the majority of our work is concentrated in the Rockies, Midwest, and South-Central regions of the United States. We are looking for people committed to the construction industry rather than design.

Location

Although headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Central District has projects that span anywhere from the Rockies to the Mississippi. A majority of our work is concentrated in Colorado, Tennessee, Nebraska, New Mexico, and Montana. In addition, we partner with many of our sister districts who have work in the surrounding states such as Texas, Kentucky, and Louisiana. Our projects are located in both large cities and small towns, so our people must be willing to go where the work is. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Must be able to travel and relocate as business requires.

Responsibilities

• Support the Environmental department with regulatory research
• Keep abreast of Federal environmental legislation and regulations and conduct regulatory research
• Develop environmental articles for newsletter
• Assist with developing minutes for conference calls and training
• Assist with electronic solutions and data input to track company sustainability performance
• Assist with preparation and presentation of environmental training
• Participate in field exercises at projects and conduct vendor reviews
• Overall department support and duties as assigned
• Inventory for Greenhouse Gases and participate in sustainability initiatives

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in environmental science or related field in environmental compliance or engineering
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Detail oriented, flexible and highly motivated
• Strong work ethic and professional demeanor
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently and accurately
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Team player but able to work independently to meet intense deadlines, goals and objectives
• Willingness and flexibility to travel, as needed
• Ability to work 30-40 hours in the summer and 5-20 hours during the school year

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Base Compensation: 20.00/hr - $24.00/hr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from: 09/04/2026 - 01/01/2027

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Company: Kiewit