Transportation Intern - Environmental

Garver; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

Volunteer activities

Learning and development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Garver in Rogers, AR seeks a motivated environmental sciences student to join our Transportation Team as an intern. You will gain real-world experience documenting environmental resources, learn from seasoned staff, and apply your academic training to consulting projects.

This in-office internship covers NEPA regulations, field and office work, and exposure to infrastructure projects across transportation, aviation, and water lines.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Participate in environmental compliance and planning projects in field and office.
• Familiarize with local, state, and federal NEPA regulations.
• Assist in technical reports and 404 permit applications.
• Explore ecology, hydrology, cultural resources across projects.
• Learn and use ArcGIS software.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Professional communication

Education

Environmental science/ ecology/ biology degree

Tools

GPS software

GIS software

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Garver is seeking a motivated environmental sciences student to join our Transportation Team in Rogers, AR. 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

• 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
• highly competitive salary packages
• attractive benefits
• 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.