Intern/Co-op – Environmental Permitting & Compliance (Summer 2027)

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; Doylestown, Philadelphia (Bucks County, Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Extensive training

Wellness programs

Buddy and mentoring programs

Job summary

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services is seeking an Intern/Co-op – Environmental Permitting & Compliance for Summer 2027, based in Doylestown, PA or Philadelphia, PA. You will support multimedia compliance projects, assist with permit applications, calculations, and regulatory reports, and gain exposure to field inspections and technical writing.

The role offers hands-on experience in environmental permitting leadership collaboration, with opportunities to learn from senior staff and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a four-year or advanced degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Environmental Science.
• GPA 3.0 or greater.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Travel may be required based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of permits and compliance programs for air, wastewater, stormwater, waste, and other media.
• Support emissions calculations, permit preparation, and regulatory research for air projects.
• Learn and support multi-media environmental audits, gap assessments, and program reviews.
• Help prepare monitoring plans, SPCC, SWPPP, and other contingency plans.
• Assist in preparing technical documents, reports, and permit applications.
• Prepare templates for reports and plans.
• Conduct field support at client sites, including site inspections and sample collection.
• Perform other field and office duties as requested.

Job description

Intern/Co-op – Environmental Permitting & Compliance (Summer 2027)

Doylestown, PA; Philadelphia, PA

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands‑on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon‑neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking anIntern/Co-op – Environmental Permitting & Compliance to join its collaborative team inDoylestown, PA or Philadelphia, PA. This individual will serve a key function in providing assistance to support multimedia compliance and permitting projects. In this role, you will have the opportunity to partner directly with environmental permitting and compliance leadership and gain exposure to technical report writing, preparation of calculations and regulatory reports, preparation of permit applications, and on‑site inspections and support.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of permits and compliance programs for multiple environmental media, including air, wastewater, stormwater, waste, spill prevention and storage tanks, EPCRA (Tier II, TRI);
• Support air projects, focusing on emissions calculations, permit preparation, regulatory research and applicability reviews, NESHAP/NSPS compliance, and other air quality related tasks;
• Review and/or learn multi‑media environmental compliance audits, gap assessments, inspections, and program reviews;
• Assist in the preparation of various monitoring and spill prevention and contingency plans/programs (SPCC, FRP, SWPPP, Hazardous Waste Contingency Plans, TOMP, Slug Control, etc.);
• Assist in the preparation of technical documents including reports, plans/programs, permit applications, and other written deliverables;
• Prepare templates for various reports and plans;
• Conduct field support at client sites including routine site inspections, collection of samples, and on‑call support; and,
• Perform other field and office duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Student actively pursuing a four year or advanced degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Environmental Science;
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater;
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment;
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and other related software;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities; and
• Travel may be required based on business needs and project assignments. Travel requirements may vary by position and may change based on business needs.

Langan does not provide housing or relocation assistance for internship/co‑op positions

• Employee resource groups
• Flexible work schedules
• Extensive training
• Wellness programs
• Buddy and mentoring programs
• and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well‑being and success of our employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti‑discrimination laws.