Environmental Planner / Scientist - Intern

Description

We are currently seeking an Intern to work with the Environmental team in our Mechanicsburg, PA office. The primary duties will be to support Senior Project Environmental Scientists and Engineers in a variety of tasks in the field of environmental design and compliance.

• Performing physical activities such as bending, twisting, kneeling, and climbing
• Assist in conducting environmental site investigations, assessments, and surveys to sample, evaluate and analyze terrestrial ecosystems including, but not limited to, riverine, wetland, and upland landscapes

Requirements

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

• Socioeconomic analysis (including environmental justice)
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Planning or similar field
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and manage time accordingly
• Periodic travel (including overnight) may be required when assisting with field work, as needed
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Willingness to work in challenging outdoor environments, including high temperatures and steep terrain
• Experience working with ESRI ArcGIS software preferred
• The work environment may include exposure to a range of environmental conditions, including high and low temperatures, precipitation, and other outdoor elements.
• State and federal environmental documentation (including NEPA preparation)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Willingness to take on new challenges and learn more while working on these challenges
• A copy of current, or most recent, school transcript (If you are applying via a 3rd party site that does not allow attachments, please email transcript to [email protected])
• Walking and navigating across rough or uneven terrain such as mud, rocks, grass, dirt, steep hillsides, stream banks, heavily wooded areas, and other unpaved surfaces
• Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others
• Clean Water Act Section 404/401 permitting

Benefits

• Wetland delineations

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance