Engineering Consulting Services
Engineering consulting, geotechnical, environmental, testing services
Environmental Intern
About the job
- Must be pursuing an Associate, Bachelor, or Master degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or another degree related to the company's services.
- A valid driver's license is required when driving for or on behalf of an ECS subsidiary.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
- Must be dependable, detail-oriented, and organized.
- Must be able to work independently and within a team environment.
- Must be able to follow directions with minimal supervision.
- Working knowledge of geotechnical field investigation and testing methods is required.
- Basic ability to interpret field data and observations is required.
- Developing problem-solving and analytical skills are required.
- Must be willing to work in both field and office environments.
- Zero years of related experience are required.
- The following U.S. military rank qualifies for this position: E-4.
- Perform field-based monitoring activities on environmental projects.
- Work primarily outdoors in varying weather and site conditions.
- Assist with environmental site inspections, sampling support, and field documentation.
- Prepare clear and concise daily field reports describing site activities.
- Communicate with contractors, technicians, and project staff.
- Assist with environmental site assessments, wetland delineations, groundwater and soil investigations, remediation system installation and monitoring, and industrial hygiene activities involving asbestos, lead-based paint, and indoor air quality.
About the company
ECS Group is an employee-owned engineering and consulting firm with 3,000+ staff across multiple U.S. offices. It offers geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, construction materials testing/inspection, and facilities engineering and consulting, delivering field investigations, testing, analysis, design, and project delivery through local teams. It differentiates itself by its employee-owned structure, broad regional footprint, and a service philosophy focused on on-time, under-budget delivery and responsive value. Its goal is to provide high-quality engineering services and be recognized for practical results and strong client relationships, reflected in high repeat business and referrals.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Chantilly, Virginia
Founded
1988
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- ECS opened Denver, Johnstown, Oklahoma City, Orange County, and Dover offices in 2026.
- Rankings improved: ENR #60, environmental #148, and Zweig Hot Firm #38 in 2026.
- ECS keeps hiring principals and managers, signaling healthy demand and continued project backlog.
What critics are saying
- ASGN could push ECS into a weaker strategic fit under Everforth integration by 2027.
- Private-equity-style growth demands acquisitions; integration mistakes can erode margins and client trust quickly.
- Federal spending concentration exposes ECS if contract awards slow after Donnie Scott's 2026 leadership change.
What makes Engineering Consulting Services unique
- ECS ranked #60 in ENR Top 500 Design Firms in April 2026.
- ECS combines geotechnical, environmental, and building-science services across multi-state local offices.
- ASGN-backed ECS appointed Donnie Scott president on February 18, 2026, strengthening federal-tech positioning.
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Benefits
- 401(k) Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Performance Bonus