Global leader in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services.
Environmental Science Intern supporting field, data, and risk tasks in emergency management.
7 days ago ago
Entry-level
Internship
Rosemont, IL
Field
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Architecture
Construction services
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Property Development
Sector Specialisms
Water
Energy
Resources
Environment
Property and Buildings
Transportation
Hydrology and Hydrodynamics
Digital Technologies
Role
Description
impact assessment
sampling
field work
data analysis
uav ops
risk management
Environmental Impact Assessment: Carry out environmental impact assessments, delivering on assigned tasks to ensure comprehensive evaluation.
Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching. Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
Conduct research, collect and analyze data to prepare reports and documents
Document Preparation: Prepare moderately complex documents using a variety of applications for technology devices, such as standard office software. Also responsible for gathering and summarizing data for reports.
Sampling and Testing: Collect a range of straightforward samples and undertake testing as directed and in accordance with defined processes and requirements to support regulatory compliance activity.
Field Work: Perform a wide variety of field duties for both routine/scheduled and emergency environmental projects to include: inspection, maintenance, monitoring, construction oversight, air monitoring, operating UAVs, and sampling efforts at the project site.
Environmental Risk Management: Contribute to the process of environmental risk management, ensuring actions align with environmental regulations and corporate sustainability goals.
Data Collection and Analysis: Collate and analyze data using preset tools, methods, and formats. Involves working independently.
Health, Safety, and Environment: Follow the organization's health, safety, and environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions to identify and mitigate risks and to safeguard the environment and the well-being of self and others.
Be available for after hours response to attend environmental emergencies to perform field tasks.
Requirements
bs degree
environmental engineering
geology
chemistry
biology
environmental experience
Working towards BS in Environmental Engineering, geology, or natural resource field (such as chemistry, biology, earth sciences, environmental sciences)
General Experience: Environmental experience preferred.
The organization has been evolving since 1928, starting as a small engineering practice and growing into a global powerhouse.
5 Continents
Global Presence
The organization operates across five continents, with key markets including Australia, the United States, and the UK.
With a focus on innovation, it integrates expertise across various sectors to deliver world-class solutions.
The organization is known for tackling large and complex projects, such as designing bridges and tunnels and constructing energy-efficient buildings.
Notable projects include infrastructure development for major cities and energy-efficient solutions for industrial facilities.
The organization continues to expand its digital and technological capabilities to ensure solutions are cutting-edge and sustainable.
Culture + Values
Safety
Teamwork
Respect
Integrity
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net-zero target validated by SBTi
Science-based target validated by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) for achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by FY2050.
2025
Carbon neutral commitment
Committed to achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025.
70%
Recycled materials in packaging
Boxes for electrical products use 70% recycled materials and are fully recyclable.
Prioritising direct emissions reductions over purchasing carbon offsets (statement from Enterprise Sustainability Leader)
Partnered with Decarbonisation Network to support clients' decarbonisation roadmaps and accelerate net-zero goals
Slimline packaging to reduce material usage and transportation impact
Inclusion & Diversity
Level 4–5
GDEIB Inclusion Benchmark
Targeting level 4–5 on the Global Disability Inclusion Benchmarking (GDEIB) by 2025.
9 Employee Groups
Resource Groups Established
Established 9 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support various diversity demographics.
Board‑mandated aim to become #1 in industry for inclusion & diversity
I&D strategy built on five behaviours: open, informed, accountable, empathetic, bold
Inclusion & Diversity goals embedded in employee performance reviews
Awards: Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (2020–2022), Workforce Diversity Award (2021), Disability Equality Index – Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion (2023)