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Summer 2025 Environmental Investigation and Remediation Intern

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Terracon

11d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Raleigh

AI generated summary

  • You must have a high school diploma and be pursuing a BS in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Biology, or a similar field.
  • You will ensure field safety, assist with media collection, oversee drilling, review data, prepare reports, and transport equipment while gaining experience and progressively increasing responsibilities.

Requirements

  • High school diploma and BS degree in progress in an Environmental Engineering, Geology, Biology or similar program.

Responsibilities

  • Field safety and safe work practices
  • All aspects of our field work capabilities such as:
  • Media collection (soil, groundwater, surface water, and vapor)
  • Environmental drilling and/or excavation oversight, and
  • Due diligence reconnaissance
  • Data review and interpretation
  • Report preparation
  • Travel (day trips and/or overnight) as needed
  • Perform sampling or testing as directed.
  • Transport equipment, specimens or documents to field personnel, laboratory, clients or other offices, and provides physical assistance in equipment set-up.
  • Provide assistance to other field and/or office personnel.
  • Assist professional staff on routine tasks.
  • Be placed in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is for the summer of 2025.

What are the main responsibilities of the Environmental Investigation and Remediation Intern?

The intern will be involved in field safety practices, media collection, environmental drilling oversight, due diligence reconnaissance, data review, interpretation, and report preparation.

Is there any safety training provided before starting the internship?

Yes, Terracon provides each intern with 40 hours of safety training prior to starting the internship.

Will the intern have a mentor?

Yes, each intern will be assigned a leader/mentor in the environmental consulting field who will assist with career planning and technical skill development.

Are there opportunities for professional development during the internship?

Yes, interns will have opportunities for professional development, including participating in a cohort to connect with other interns and presenting to the executive leadership team.

Will the intern need to travel during the internship?

Yes, the intern can expect to travel for day trips and/or overnight as needed.

What type of education is required to apply for this internship?

Applicants must have a high school diploma and be pursuing a BS degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Biology, or a similar program.

What is the purpose of the cohort that interns will participate in?

The cohort provides a way for interns to connect with others across the company to share experiences and to start building a professional network.

Are there physical tasks involved in the internship?

Yes, interns will be involved in transporting equipment, specimens, and documents, as well as providing physical assistance in equipment set-up.

What kind of company is Terracon?

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services, with over 6,000 employees nationwide.

Terracon

Engineering consulting firm with more than 5,000 employees and 175 locations serving all 50 states.

Engineering & Construction
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1965
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon has achieved significant expansion through both internal growth and acquisitions. Terracon currently has more than 6,000 employees in more than 175 locations nationwide. Additionally, we partner with our U.S. clients to serve their international needs. Terracon’s growth is due to dedicated employees who are responsive to clients, provide quality services, and take advantage of opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon provides services on thousands of projects each year. Our culture, systems, and structure enable us to excel at both small and large projects. By combining our national resources with specific local area expertise, we consistently overcome obstacles and deliver the results our clients expect. Terracon serves a diverse portfolio of private and public clients. By being responsive, resourceful, and reliable, we strive to exceed our clients’ expectations for service, solutions, quality, and speed of delivery. Based on a deep understanding of our clients’ needs, our commitment is centered around these key objectives.