Environmental Science Intern - Summer 2025

WSP

Jan 16

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Science
Sustainability
San Diego

Requirements

Actively enrolled in an accredited Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
Must be 18 or older.
Demonstrated interest in Environmental Science or related field and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.
Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to executive projects.
Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
Strong desktop research background regarding environmental data and literature.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.
Experience using MS Office Suite programs
Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

Responsibilities

Support a variety of environmental and climate resiliency tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
Support with report writing, and monitoring of socioenvironmental programs.
Support in various tasks related to environmental and social impact studies.
Learn basic principles of Environmental Science and Climate Resiliency practices.
Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary data analysis and reporting.
Assist in data analysis and management using Excel and Python.
Assist in GIS analysis and data preparation.
Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
Complete training on assigned tasks.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Environmental Science Internship?

The Environmental Science Internship is a 12-week program scheduled to start on May 19th, 2025, although the specific start date may be flexible.

Where is the internship located?

The internship will be based out of the San Diego, CA office.

What is the required education level for applicants?

Applicants must be actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in Environmental Science, Sustainability, or a related field.

What are the age requirements for applicants?

Applicants must be 18 years or older to apply for the internship.

Is there any relocation or housing assistance provided?

No, there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.

What skills are preferred for applicants?

Preferred qualifications include experience using MS Office Suite programs and prior internship or leadership involvement on campus.

What is the compensation for this internship?

The expected salary for the internship ranges from $19.57 to $26.98, based on various factors, including education and experience.

What kind of tasks will the intern support?

The intern will support a variety of environmental and climate resiliency tasks, including report writing, monitoring socio-environmental programs, project research, fieldwork, data analysis using Excel and Python, and GIS analysis.

Will the intern receive training?

Yes, the intern will complete training on assigned tasks during the internship.

Does WSP USA have any policies regarding workplace behavior?

Yes, interns are expected to uphold workplace safety practices and adhere to WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies, as well as the company's Code of Conduct.

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