Environmental Scientist Intern: Field & Permits

Bechtel; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel is offering a US-based Summer Internship for Environmental Scientist Interns. This 10-week program provides hands-on experience alongside industry professionals, combining fieldwork with office tasks to advance environmental, safety, and health objectives.

Interns join a global team, contribute to environmental planning, monitoring, and reporting, and gain exposure to regulatory compliance, permitting, and sustainability strategies across diverse Bechtel projects.

Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in environmental sciences or related disciplines
• Excellent technical writing and oral communication skills
• Analytical skills related to sampling, monitoring, and recordkeeping
• Computer skills for presentations, data management, and report preparation
• Ability to work outdoors in field environments and adapt to weather conditions

Responsibilities

• Helps integrate environmental requirements into project planning, permitting, design, construction, and operations.
• Assists with development and implementation of environmental permits, plans, and studies.
• Supports site assessments and surveys to identify conditions and develop mitigation strategies.
• Provides technical guidance on mitigation measures for natural and cultural resources.
• Aids in development and implementation of Environmental Management Plans and procedures.
• Helps track environmental issues, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder concerns.
• Participates in emergency response and ES&H incident resolution.
• Performs environmental monitoring, sampling, and inspections for permit compliance.
• Prepares training documents and helps implement training for staff and visitors.
• Participates in meetings with customers and project teams to advise on environmental requirements.

Skills

Environmental impact knowledge

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Data management

Outdoors field work

Education

BS or MS in Environmental Sciences

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Bechtel is offering a US-based Summer Internship for Environmental Scientist Interns. This 10-week program provides hands-on experience alongside industry professionals, combining fieldwork with office tasks to advance environmental, safety, and health objectives.

Interns join a global team, contribute to environmental planning, monitoring, and reporting, and gain exposure to regulatory compliance, permitting, and sustainability strategies across diverse Bechtel projects.