Logo of Huzzle

Home

Matches

Explore

Manage

Summer 2025 Natural Resources Intern

image

Terracon

10d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Consulting
    Science
  • Raleigh

AI generated summary

  • You must have a high school diploma and be pursuing a BS in a science field, ideally with less than one year left to complete your degree.
  • You will ensure field safety, assist in wetland delineation and species surveys, collect data, prepare maps and reports, and support field and office tasks while progressively taking on more responsibility.

Requirements

  • High school diploma and BS degree in progress in a science or related field (natural resources, environmental science, biology).
  • The ideal candidate will have less than one year remaining to complete their BS degree.

Responsibilities

  • Field safety and safe work practices
  • All aspects of our field work capabilities
  • Understanding wetland delineation procedures
  • Threatened and Endangered Species Surveys
  • Data collection
  • Map preparation
  • Report preparation
  • Travel (day trips and/or overnight) as needed
  • Perform data collection.
  • 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 type of training will interns receive?

Interns will receive 40 hours of safety training prior to starting the internship.

What degree is required to apply for the internship?

Applicants must have a high school diploma and be pursuing a BS degree in a science or related field, such as natural resources, environmental science, or biology.

Will there be opportunities for professional development?

Yes, interns will have the opportunity for professional development and will be assigned a mentor in the environmental consulting field.

Is travel required during the internship?

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

Will interns have the chance to participate in fieldwork?

Yes, interns will have opportunities to experience field testing, inspection activities, and other field-related tasks.

What will interns be expected to do?

Interns will perform tasks such as data collection, field safety practices, assisting professional staff, and progressively taking on more responsibility.

Are there any cohort activities for interns?

Yes, interns will participate in a cohort to connect with other interns and share experiences, culminating in a presentation to the executive leadership team.

What are the goals of this internship?

The internship aims to provide meaningful work experience, technical skill development, career planning support, and a deeper understanding of environmental consulting.

Is there an opportunity for future employment after the internship?

While specific outcomes can vary, successful internships may lead to future employment opportunities within Terracon.

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.