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Environmental Intern - Summer 2025

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Terracon

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Des Moines

AI generated summary

  • You must have a high school diploma and be enrolled in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Biology, or a related field, with less than one year left to complete your BS degree.
  • You will assist in field work and testing, follow safety practices, manage data, prepare reports, communicate results, assist staff, and progressively take on more responsibilities.

Requirements

  • High school diploma and currently enrolled in an Environmental Engineering, Geology, Biology or similar program.
  • 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 sampling and field testing procedures
  • Data acquisition
  • Data review
  • Report preparation
  • Communication of test results (internal and external)
  • Quality management system and procedures
  • Perform sampling or testing as directed
  • Provide assistance to other field and/or office personnel
  • Transport equipment, specimens or documents to field personnel, laboratory, clients or other offices, and provides physical assistance in equipment set-up
  • Assists technicians or professional staff on routine tasks
  • Will 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 a summer position for Summer 2025.

What type of training will the intern receive?

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

Will interns have a mentor during the program?

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

What academic qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates must have a high school diploma and be currently enrolled in an Environmental Engineering, Geology, Biology, or a similar program, ideally with less than one year remaining to complete their BS degree.

What kind of work will the intern perform during the internship?

Interns will participate in field testing and inspection activities, data acquisition and review, report preparation, and will assist field and office personnel with their tasks.

Is there an opportunity for networking during the internship?

Yes, interns will have the opportunity to connect with other interns across the company through a cohort, which also includes a presentation to the executive leadership team at the end of the summer.

Will interns be compensated for their training?

Yes, interns will be paid for the time spent going through the online 40-hour safety training class as well as for the class itself.

What benefits does Terracon offer to employees?

Terracon offers various benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, holidays, education reimbursement, and bonus programs based on eligibility, role, and job status.

How does Terracon promote diversity in hiring?

Terracon is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and encourages qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply, ensuring a non-discriminatory hiring process.

What can interns expect in terms of their roles and responsibilities?

Interns can expect a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in their work assignments, including performing sampling or testing as directed and assisting technicians or professional staff with routine tasks.

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.