Science Intern – Networking Event with AECOM – Coral Gables, FL

Description

• Assisting AECOM ecological teams with writing and developing field data sheets and reports.
• Reviewing desktop information to complete environmental impact assessments.
• Creating field maps and report mapping through Geographic Information System (GIS) programs, specifically ESRI software.
• Assisting AECOM ecological teams in performing wetland, wildlife habitat assessments, and other ecological field surveys.
• Assisting with coordination of various governmental agencies regarding ecological survey protocols, reporting standards, or endangered and threatened species coordination.

Requirements

• Be able to work independently or in a team environment, both in-person and virtually.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. Interns will be accompanied by AECOM team members. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.
• This position requires a hybrid work schedule which includes in office work. The selected candidate must be able to commute to the respective AECOM office at least three days per week.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint).
• GIS software experience is preferred but not required for this position. AECOM utilizes ESRI based software including ArcPro and ArcMap.
• Working with the AECOM ecological team to become familiar with our field survey equipment, data forms and other data collection and reporting tools.
• Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Environmental Studies, GIS, or another related field and must have completed at least 2 years of study. Candidates who have graduated with a Bachelor’s degree and plan to continue with the Master’s degree are eligible to apply for these positions. Graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelor’s degree in the most previous school term with an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline at the conclusion of the internship.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Internships will not exceed a 3-month period of employment.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance