Natural Resources Intern — Remote Fieldwork & Impact

Alfred Benesch & Company; Naperville (IL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Alfred Benesch & Company seeks a motivated Natural Resources Intern to support environmental and natural resource efforts across transportation and infrastructure projects. You will work with experienced professionals on field investigations, regulatory compliance, and environmental documentation, gaining hands-on exposure to planning and design phases while supporting multidisciplinary teams.

This internship offers remote work with potential for on-site collaboration near one of our offices and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Interest in natural resources, environmental consulting, infrastructure, or environmental permitting.
• Strong research, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• willingness to participate in fieldwork and travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Assist with natural resource field investigations, data collection, and documentation.
• Support wetland, stream, habitat, vegetation, and other environmental assessments.
• Assist with desktop research, environmental data review, mapping, and preparation for field activities.
• Support the preparation of technical reports, environmental documentation, permit applications, and other project deliverables.
• Help organize, analyze, and document field and environmental data.
• Assist project teams with environmental permitting and regulatory compliance activities.
• Participate in fieldwork and site visits as project needs and location allow.
• Collaborate with environmental scientists, engineers, planners, and other professionals on multidisciplinary projects.
• Gain exposure to natural resource considerations throughout planning, design, permitting, and construction phases.

Skills

Research

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Fieldwork

GIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Natural Resources/Biology/Ecology/Environmental Engineering/Civil Engineering

Tools

GIS

MS Office

Job description

Alfred Benesch & Company seeks a motivated Natural Resources Intern to support environmental and natural resource efforts across transportation and infrastructure projects. You will work with experienced professionals on field investigations, regulatory compliance, and environmental documentation, gaining hands-on exposure to planning and design phases while supporting multidisciplinary teams.

This internship offers remote work with potential for on-site collaboration near one of our offices and