Transportation Intern - Environmental

Garver; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

Volunteer opportunities

Training programs

Job summary

Garver in Oklahoma City seeks an environmental sciences intern to gain hands-on experience in documenting environmental resources and to learn from experienced staff and project managers.

The role involves supporting NEPA compliance efforts, preparing technical reports, and using ESRI ArcGIS across transportation, aviation, and water projects. It offers exposure to Garver Launch intern development and community volunteer activities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an environmental science, ecology, biology, or related degree.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work indoors and outdoors.
• Proven time management skills and work ethic.
• Proven professional communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Desire to assist with a wide array of infrastructure improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in environmental compliance and planning projects.
• Work alongside the consulting team both in the field and at the office.
• Become familiar with NEPA regulations at local, state, and federal levels.
• Assist in preparing technical reports and regulatory documentation.
• Explore interdisciplinary interests across ecology, hydrology, resources, and environmental justice.
• Learn and utilize ESRI ArcGIS products.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Professional communication

MS Office

Adaptability

Outdoor flexibility

Education

Environmental science

Ecology

Biology

Tools

GPS

GIS software

Job description

Garver is seeking a motivated environmental sciences student to join our Transportation Team in Oklahoma City. This intern will gain real-world experience in the documentation of environmental resources, training by our experienced environmental staff and project managers, and an understanding of how to apply their academic training in the consulting industry.

Internship Description

• Actively participate in environmental compliance and planning projects by working alongside our dynamic consulting team both in the field and at the office.
• Become familiar with local, state, and federal regulations relevant to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
• Assist in preparing technical reports and regulatory documentation, including Section 404 permit applications and supporting materials.
• Explore your interdisciplinary interests of ecology, hydrology, cultural resources, hazardous materials, and environmental justice while you gain exposure to many types of infrastructure projects across transportation, aviation, and water business lines.
• Learn and utilize industry-related software such as ESRI ArcGIS products.
• The successful candidate will be a motivated critical thinker with the adaptability to learn and engage with a variety of environmental projects.

Garver Launch Program

Elevate your summer experience with our immersive hands-on intern development program. With Garver, you will:

• Engage daily with fellow Garver Launch interns and industry professionals to build your network.
• Participate in Garver's acclaimed wellness program, empowering you to prioritize your overall well-being.
• Give back to your community through volunteer activities as part of our Garver Gives initiative.
• Enhance your professional growth by collaborating with Garver's Learning and Development team, which offers tailored training and programs, including skills-based courses, designed to support your development.

Requirements

• Candidates must be pursuing an environmental science, ecology, biology, or related degree
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work in different environments, both indoors and outdoors, as necessary.
• Proven time management skills and work ethic.
• Proven professional communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• A strong desire to assist with a wide array of infrastructure improvement projects.

Preferred skills

• Previous internship or co-op experiencein the environmental field.
• Previous experience using GPS and/or GIS software.
• Previous experience in environmental fieldwork.

Work Environment

This is an in-office position; duties and responsibilities are generally performed in an office setting. Occasional travel to offsite locations to perform work and work-related tasks or to attend meetings may be required. This job description is intended to be generic in nature, and not all listed functions may be assigned.

Grow with Us

Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work for Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.