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Environmental Science Intern - Summer 2025

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WSP

21d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Science
    Sustainability
  • Tempe

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an Environmental Science or related program, have strong communication skills, basic tech proficiency, prior internship experience, and be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • You will support engineering tasks, learn about environmental assessments, assist with field data collection and analysis, maintain documentation, and uphold ethical conduct in all activities.

Requirements

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Environmental Science or related, undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
  • Must be 18 years 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 execute projects.
  • Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
  • 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.
  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Environmental Science or related, master's degree or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
  • Experience using Microsoft and Adobe tools.
  • Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

Responsibilities

  • Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.
  • Learn basic principles of Environmental Assessments, Site Investigations, and Remedial Action efforts
  • Assist with field data collection, data analysis, and assisting with project execution.
  • 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 Intern position?

The internship is scheduled for 12 weeks, starting on May 19th, 2025, with some flexibility in individual start dates.

Is there any relocation or housing assistance provided for this internship?

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

What are the minimum qualifications required for this internship?

Applicants must be actively enrolled in an accredited Environmental Science or related undergraduate program, be 18 years or older, and have a demonstrated interest in Environmental Science.

Are there any preferred qualifications for candidates applying to this internship?

Preferred qualifications include enrollment in an accredited Environmental Science or related master's degree or PhD program, experience using Microsoft and Adobe tools, and prior internship or leadership involvement on campus.

Will interns be required to travel during their internship?

Occasionally, travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

What kind of projects will the intern be involved with?

The intern will support various engineering tasks, assist with field data collection, data analysis, and help with project execution related to Environmental Assessments, Site Investigations, and Remedial Action efforts.

Will there be mentorship opportunities for interns?

Yes, interns will gain access to mentorship, networking opportunities, and lifelong career connections through the Developing Professionals Network.

Is prior experience required to apply for this internship?

While prior experience is not a requirement, it is preferred for candidates to have prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

What are the expected work hours for this internship?

The job description does not specify exact work hours, but the internship is categorized as part-time, allowing flexibility in scheduling.

What are the ethical expectations for interns at WSP?

Interns are expected to exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct while adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.

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