INTERNSHIP - Environmental Engineering

Oneida ESC Group; California; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Oneida ESC Group's Sustainment & Restoration Services (SRS) seeks an Environmental Engineering Intern based in our Ventura Office to support remediation projects during the summer term. You will gain hands-on experience in site assessment, investigation, and remediation of soil, groundwater, and surface water contamination.

You will work alongside experienced engineers and scientists, assisting with data collection, report preparation, and compliance with federal and state environmental

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering.
• Coursework in environmental engineering, soil mechanics, groundwater, or contaminant transport (preferred).
• Basic understanding of environmental remediation concepts and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to perform fieldwork in varying weather and site conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist environmental remediation projects, including site investigations and corrective actions.
• Support fieldwork such as soil sampling, groundwater monitoring, and system monitoring.
• Collect, organize, and analyze environmental data.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, figures, and tables.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations (CERCLA, RCRA, state programs).
• Participate in health and safety planning and follow site-specific protocols.
• Collaborate with project teams to support planning, scheduling, and documentation.

Skills

Written communication

Teamwork

Fieldwork

Regulatory concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering

Tools

Excel

GIS

Job description

Description

Sustainment & Restoration Services (SRS) is a Native American, tribally-owned small business. We are a full-service, multi-discipline environmental, engineering, construction support, munitions response, and specialized professional services company wholly-owned by the Oneida Nation as a subsidiary under Oneida ESC Group.

Serving the federal market and civilian agencies, including US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), US Department of Defense, US Air Force, US Navy and Marine Corps, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), US Fish and Wildlife Service, and state and local customers. We collaborate with our customers to achieve long-term environmental stewardship goals with reduced life-cycle program costs.

Environmental Engineering Intern based out of our Ventura Office, to support remediation projects during the summer term. This internship offers hands‑on experience in environmental site assessment, investigation, and remediation activities, working alongside experienced engineers and scientists on real‑world projects involving soil, groundwater, and surface water contamination.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with environmental remediation projects, including site investigations and corrective action activities
• Support fieldwork such as soil sampling, groundwater monitoring, and remediation system monitoring
• Collect, organize, and analyze environmental data
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, figures, and tables
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations (e.g., CERCLA, RCRA, state cleanup programs)
• Participate in health and safety planning and adhere to site‑specific safety protocols
• Collaborate with project teams to support project planning, scheduling, and documentation

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering or Civil Engineering, or a related engineering field
• Completed coursework in environmental engineering, soil mechanics, groundwater, or contaminant transport (preferred)
• Basic understanding of environmental remediation concepts and regulatory frameworks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to perform fieldwork in varying weather and site conditions

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship or coursework related to environmental remediation or site assessment
• Familiarity with sampling techniques and field equipment
• Experience with data analysis tools (Excel, GIS, or similar software)
• OSHA 40‑hour HAZWOPER certification (or willingness to obtain)

What You’ll Gain

• Hands‑on experience with environmental remediation projects
• Exposure to environmental regulations and industry best practices
• Mentorship from experienced environmental professionals
• Professional development and networking opportunities

About Us:

The Oneida ESC Group is a family of companies owned by the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin that delivers customer‑focused engineering, science, and construction services worldwide.

Our family of companies includes:

• Oneida ESC Group (OESC)
• Oneida Total Integrated Enterprises (OTIE)
• Mission Support Services (MS2)
• Sustainment & Restoration Services (SRS)
• Oneida Engineering Solutions (OES)
• General Mechanical Corporation (GMC)
• Oneida Professional Services (OPS)
• LG2 Environmental Solutions (LG2)
• Oneida Environmental (OE)

We integrate our staff for dedicated, cooperative, and business‑like delivery of services to enhance our customers’ missions.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Oneida ESC Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity in the workplace. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Oneida ESC Group participates in the E-Verify program. Learn more about the E-Verify program. https://www.e-verify.gov/

Oneida ESC Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Oneida ESC Group makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.