Industrial Internship

sanbornhead; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Sur place; USD 33 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Résumé du poste

Sanborn Head is seeking a Summer 2027 Intern in the Industrial Client Service Area to support environmental work for active and former industrial properties, municipalities, and developers. The intern will contribute to environmental site characterization, hydrogeologic assessments, groundwater and soil remediation, and related regulatory tasks.

The role involves collaboration with staff engineers and scientists across the Bedford, NH and Philadelphia, PA offices, with opportunities to grow

Qualifications

• Recent degree or current enrollment in an environmental engineering, geology Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program (or related discipline).
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and an acceptable driving record.

Responsabilités

• Learn the responsibilities of an engineer / geologist.
• Incorporate academic knowledge into hands-on work.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports and regulatory compliance activities.
• Assist with field assessments such as groundwater and soil sampling, drilling oversight, and remediation/construction oversight.
• Assist with environmental data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Attend project meetings and learn how consulting projects are managed.

Connaissances

Driver's license

Formation

Environmental engineering / Geology degree

Outils

Industry software

Description du poste

Company Description

Sanborn Head is an engineering and technical consulting firm serving a broad array of private, public, and institutional clients in the development, energy, industrial, and solid waste markets. Our multi-disciplinary team of engineers and scientists specializes in integrating our core expertise in earth, energy, and environment to deliver innovative, yet practical solutions to our clients. We foster a collaborative, growth-oriented culture where people work together to solve complex challenges.

Position Summary

We are seeking an aspiring engineer or geologist to fill an Intern position in our Industrial Client Service Area for Summer 2027. The Industrial CSA supports environmental work for active and former industrial properties, municipalities, and developers, including environmental site characterization, hydrogeologic assessments, groundwater and soil remediation, vapor intrusion mitigation, and site closure planning. The team also supports acquisitions and divestitures through environmental due diligence, liability evaluation, and cost estimating, with specialty work in PFAS, vapor intrusion, environmental forensics, and high-resolution characterization.

Our ideal applicant is a current student or a recent graduate of an engineering or geology program to fill project needs in a variety of fields such as environmental site characterization, remediation, and hydrogeological studies. We have opportunities in our Bedford, NH and Philadelphia, PA offices. The Intern will work closely with a team of staff engineers and scientists on challenging and exciting projects. Our projects are in a variety of disciplines with office and field components. This is a fast-paced and dynamic position, with opportunities to be challenged, contribute to project outcomes, interact routinely with project managers and principals, and grow professionally.

While the successful candidate will not need to have prior job experience, they must have great work ethic, a can-do attitude and a working knowledge of industry specific software and computer skills. This opportunity will provide an atmosphere rich in learning the responsibilities of a professional engineer or geologist under the supervision of our more senior employees

What You Will Do

• Learn the responsibilities of an engineer / geologist.
• Incorporate academic knowledge into hands-on work.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports and regulatory compliance activities.
• Assist with field assessments such as groundwater and soil sampling, drilling oversight, and remediation/construction oversight.
• Assist with environmental data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Attend project meetings and learn how consulting projects are managed.

What You'll Learn

Our internship program is designed to provide meaningful professional development through:

• Real project assignments and client-focused work.
• Technical training and mentoring from experienced professionals.
• Exposure to multiple environmental practice areas.
• Field experience on active project sites.
• Professional skills development.
• A capstone project and presentation showcasing your summer experience.

What We Are Looking For

• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Flexible schedule and ability to reliably travel to project locations.
• Strong attention to detail and technical understanding.
• Strong organizational and communications skills.
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment.

Required Qualifications

• Recent degree or current enrollment in an environmental engineering, geology Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program (or related discipline).
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and an acceptable driving record.

Physical Requirements

• Requires sitting, walking and, at times, bending and prolonged standing.
• Must be able to visit project sites and climb ladders and stairs as required.
• The work requires both indoor and outdoor activity in temperatures ranging from moderate to extreme cold or hot and other weather conditions.
• Must be able to wear and work in personal protective equipment as required.
• Substantial repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers is required.
• Close visual acuity is required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Work Format and Schedule

• Full Time Temporary.
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, Summer 2027.
• Travel may be required.
• Competitive wage.

Salary Information

• The hourly range for this position is $24 to $26.
• Specific compensation for the successful candidate will be based on factors such as experience, education, training, qualifications, and work location.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Health and wellness offerings.
• 401(k) retirement and profit-sharing plan.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Paid holidays, floating holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Paid time off for volunteering.
• Company-paid long-term care insurance and life insurance.
• Company-paid identity protection.
• Opportunity to join firm ownership. [Include for Directors and above only]

Qualified candidates must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to fulfill all the obligations of the job, which include in-person attendance at and participation in company and/or client events or worksites.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Sanborn Head is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, disability, veteran status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.