Environmental Internship (Level 1)

ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC is seeking a field-based environmental technician to support monitoring activities on environmental projects in Chesapeake, VA. The role involves working outdoors in varying weather, assisting with site inspections, sampling, and field documentation.

You will prepare concise daily reports, communicate with project staff and contractors, and participate in site assessments, wetlands delineations, groundwater and soil investigations, remediation monitoring, and industrial

Qualifications

• 0 years of related experience.
• Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Master degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Valid driver's license if driving for ECS subsidiary; reliable transportation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and organized.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to work in field and office environments.

Responsibilities

• Performs field-based monitoring activities on environmental projects.
• Works primarily outdoors in varying weather and site conditions.
• Assists with environmental site inspections, sampling, and field documentation.
• Prepares clear daily field reports describing site activities.
• Communicates with contractors, technicians, and project staff.
• Assists with environmental site assessments, wetlands delineations, groundwater and soil investigations, remediation system installation and monitoring, and industrial hygiene activities.

Skills

Field monitoring

Outdoor work

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Pursuing degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Science

Tools

Geotechnical field methods

Job description

What You'll Do

Responsibilities

• Performs field-based monitoring activities on environmental projects
• Works primarily outdoors in varying weather and site conditions
• Assists with:
  • Environmental site inspections
  • Sampling support
  • Field documentation
• Prepares clear and concise daily field reports describing site activities
• Communicates with contractors, technicians, and project staff
• Assists with:
  • Environmental site assessments
  • Wetland delineations
  • Groundwater and soil investigations
  • Remediation system installation and monitoring
  • Industrial hygiene activities (asbestos, LBP, IAQ)

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 0 years of related experience
• Must be pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Master degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or other degree related to our services
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and organized work ethic
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Ability to follow directions with minimal supervision
• Working knowledge of geotechnical field investigation and testing methods
• Basic ability to interpret field data and observations
• Developing problem-solving and analytical skills
• Willingness to work in both field and office environments

Military Requirements

• The following US Military ranks would qualify for this position:
  • E-4

The expected pay range for this role and location is $16-$18/hour. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

Who We Are

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,00 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.