Environmental Intern

Overview

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

Position Overview

This internship offers a front-row seat to environmental consulting and field investigations. You’ll explore how environmental professionals investigate sites, collect data, and ensure projects comply with regulations—all while gaining practical field and office experience.

Where This Can Take You:By summer’s end, you’ll understand the core practices of environmental consulting and regulatory compliance—and you’ll have a completed project to show employers that you’re ready to contribute immediately in the environmental field.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments, including site inspections and research.

• Learn how soil, groundwater, and air samples are collected, analyzed, and reported.

• See how remediation projects are monitored and supported.

• Develop reporting and data management skills by summarizing findings.

• Work alongside engineers, geologists, and environmental scientists, observing how multidisciplinary teams collaborate.

Capstone Project:You’ll complete a specialized capstone project, such as a case study analysis of a site assessment or a data-driven environmental compliance review. This project will be résumé-ready and demonstrate your ability to turn data into meaningful environmental insights.

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field.

Completion of at least two years of coursework preferred.

Strong academic foundation in engineering principles, with interest in applied fieldwork and testing.

Effective communication and technical writing skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with AutoCAD, GIS, or engineering software is a plus.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Must hold a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation.

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Attention to detail with a commitment to quality and accuracy.

Willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions.

Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Professionalism and eagerness to learn

Preferred Qualifications

• 40-Hr OSHA HAZWOPER training preferred (subsidized by UES if not certified).

Travel Requirements

• Occasional Travel: This position requires occasional travel up to 10%, primarily for occasional off-site meetings, training sessions, or company events

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Work is conducted outdoors with exposure to outdoor conditions, including:
  • Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps, grasslands, construction zones, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man-made obstacles such as sand, brush, and debris.
  • Moderate to loud noise levels due to lab equipment, field operations, and construction environments.
  • Exposure to dirt, dust, chemicals, sun, heat, humidity, and varying weather conditions as part of field sample collection and testing.
• Physical requirements include:
  • Ability to lift and carry between 35 and 75 lbs. over distances up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion.
  • Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate laboratory and field equipment for extended periods.
  • Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for laboratory and fieldwork.
  • Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vison, depth vision, and ability to focus) smell, hear, touch (use hands to reach climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit).
  • Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written means in a lab and field environment, often requiring the use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• This position operates in a professional office environment, requiring the ability to work at a desk for extended periods while using a computer, phone, and standard office equipment.
• The position involves sitting for extended periods, performing data entry, and engaging in frequent communication via email, phone, and in-person interactions.
• The role involves regular communication with team members, clients, and stakeholders, both in person and through virtual platforms.
• The physical demands of the job may include occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of office materials up to 15 pounds.

EEO Statement

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here