Geological/Environmental Engineering Intern - Energy & Resources (Summer 2027)

Stantec; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an intern to join the Mining Site Assessment and Remediation Team in our Denver, CO office. You will work with geologists, engineers, hydrogeologists, and environmental scientists on mine reclamation and environmental projects across North America, gaining hands-on consulting experience.

You will develop practical skills through technical analyses, field investigations, and preparation of project deliverables while collaborating with experienced professionals and clients.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in college/university and/or on summer break between semesters.
• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree or secondary degree in geology, environmental sciences, geological/geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Work with a multi‑disciplined geological, environmental, hydrogeological, and engineering team on a day‑to‑day basis.
• Participate in team meetings and project meetings.
• Assist project teams with data management, technical research, engineering calculations, environmental and geotechnical analyses, and preparation of technical reports, figures, and project documentation.
• Support coordination with testing laboratories and contribute to technical papers and training events.
• Potentially participate in field investigations and site visits under mentorship.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Geology

Environmental Sciences

Geotechnical Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Job description

Learning begins in the classroom but there’s no better place to gain real‑world experience than with Stantec. Interns are an integral part of our teams, working to solve some of the world’s most complex challenges.

As an intern, you’ll work alongside our experienced practitioners and with our clients and communities. This hands‑on experience will equip you with practical skills, build your network, and provide opportunities that set you up for success.

At our core, we’re a community. Together, we exercise creative thought, developing engineering and designs as individual as the people and projects we touch. From approval and permitting to design and construction management services, we put the goals of our clients and their communities at the center of everything we create. Join us as we assist mining companies in getting mined materials to communities around the globe.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking an intern to reside in our Denver, CO office. As part of our Mining Site Assessment and Remediation Team, you will work alongside geologists, engineers, hydrogeologists, and environmental scientists on projects that support mine reclamation, mine closure, hydrogeologic investigations, and environmental remediation. You’ll gain hands‑on consulting experience through technical analyses, field investigations, data evaluation, and preparation of project deliverables while contributing to meaningful projects for mining clients across North America.

What You’ll Gain

An internship opportunity is the singular best way to discover if a career pathway is right for the candidate.

• Hands‑on experience applying classroom concepts to real‑world environmental and geotechnical projects.
• Mentorship from experienced geologists, hydrogeologists, environmental professionals, and engineers.
• Professional development through technical training, knowledge‑sharing initiatives, and project collaboration.
• A strong foundation for future careers in consulting, mining, environmental remediation, and geotechnical engineering.

Your Key Responsibilities

Health and Safety

• Comply with company HSSE policies and project‑specific safety plans.
• Maintain situational awareness and contribute to a positive safety culture.
• Demonstrate safe work practices and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during office and field activities.
• Identify and report hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
• Participate in daily safety moments, hazard analysis, and preparation of field health and safety planning documents.

Roles and Tasks

• Work with a multi‑disciplined geological, environmental, hydrogeological, and engineering team on a day‑to‑day basis.
• Participate in team meetings and project meetings.
• Actively engage with project team members such as project managers and project technical leads to complete tasks.
• Assist project teams with data management, technical research, engineering calculations, environmental and geotechnical analyses, and preparation of technical reports, figures, and project documentation.
• Support coordination with testing laboratories, develop proficiency in engineering software, and contribute to technical papers, training events, and knowledge‑sharing initiatives.
• Potentially participate in field investigations and site visits, as opportunities arise and based on project needs, under the mentorship of experienced professionals to gain practical, hands‑on experience supporting technical projects.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

We are looking for a motivated student who is eager to learn, enjoys solving technical problems, and can work effectively in a collaborative team environment. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and professional growth. The core competencies for this position include:

• Positive attitude with strong relationship building skills.
• Must be a self‑starter and be able to work in a team setting.
• Good communication skills: verbal, business writing, electronic communications, and presentations.
• Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work within the team.
• Must have good attention to detail.
• Must be willing and able to take initiative when needed.
• Good MS Office skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Education and Experience

• Currently enrolled in college/university and/or on summer break between semesters.
• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree or secondary degree in geology, environmental sciences, geological/geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, or a related discipline.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required. Other activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. The experience will forever shape your future.

Pay Range

$23.47 - $34.50 Hourly

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full‑time and part‑time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | CO | Denver

Organization: BC-2242 E&R-US Northwest

Employee Status: Temporary

Management Level: Internship

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.