Natural Resources Intern - Remote-friendly Fieldwork

Benesch; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Benesch is seeking a motivated Natural Resources Intern to support environmental and natural resource efforts for transportation and infrastructure projects. You will work with experienced professionals on field investigations, environmental documentation, and permitting, gaining hands‑on exposure to how environmental considerations are integrated into planning and design.

You will collaborate with engineers, planners, and regulatory agencies while pursuing a relevant bachelor’s degree and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong research, analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

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 the planning, design, permitting, and construction phases of infrastructure projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/Natural Resources related field

Tools

GIS

Job description

Benesch is seeking a motivated Natural Resources Intern to support environmental and natural resource efforts for transportation and infrastructure projects. You will work with experienced professionals on field investigations, environmental documentation, and permitting, gaining hands‑on exposure to how environmental considerations are integrated into planning and design.

You will collaborate with engineers, planners, and regulatory agencies while pursuing a relevant bachelor’s degree and