Summer 2026 Water Resources Intern
Progressive Companies
Assist with aquatic plant surveys, water sampling, and boat operations in Michigan.
21 days ago ago
Entry-level
Internship
Grand Rapids, MI
Field
Company Size
3,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture
Civil Engineering
Community Engagement
Construction Management
Controlled Environments
Electrical Engineering
Healthcare Planning
Information and Communication Technologies
Sector Specialisms
Water Resources
Role
What you would be doing
sonar operation
lab analysis
field observations
vehicle operation
equipment maintenance
plant id
- Contribute to the Water Resources team and clients to ensure they achieve project schedules and budgets.
- Drive pickup truck and trailer 16-foot boat, working long days up to 12 hours in length.
- Provide laboratory analysis consistent with Progressive Companies' standards
- Assist with loading and unloading of survey supplies weighing up to 50 pounds
- Provide field observations consistent with Progressive’s standards.
- Assist in minor boat and vehicle repair and maintenance as necessary.
- Obtain or maintain boating safety certification.
- Navigate a variety of weather conditions when driving pickup truck and boat several hours each day on the job, including hot, cold, wet, humid, windy, and wavy conditions.
- Identify a variety of aquatic plants.
- Utilize SONAR technology while operating the survey boat.
What you bring
gis certification
boating safety
microsoft office
driver's license
aquatic sciences
biology degree
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb in and out of a boat frequently, and drive several hours each day on the job.
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record required, with no driving or other infractions that would preclude insurability.
- Attention to detail with an emphasis on quality work products and client service, demonstrated through your competencies.
- Ability to work and communicate successfully during long workdays.
- Completed coursework in Aquatic Sciences preferred. Ability to identify aquatic plants and a basic knowledge of limnology are highly desirable.
- Comfort working around and in open water in a variety of weather conditions. Basic swimming skills are necessary.
- Previous pickup truck driving, trailering, and boat driving experience preferred.
- Enrollment in a Biology, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Science or similar degree program. Completion of at least 1 year of coursework required, with preference for 3 years.
- Boating safety certification or the ability to obtain certification.Geographic Information Systems (GIS) certification preferred.
- Excellent technical, written and oral communication skills.
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Company
Overview
- Founded in 1983, Progressive Companies has become a leading provider of engineering and construction services.
- They specialize in delivering large-scale, high-impact projects in sectors such as energy, infrastructure, and transportation.
- The company is known for its ability to handle complex projects that require precise engineering and construction expertise.
- Over the years, Progressive has played a significant role in major residential, commercial, and industrial developments.
- Their expertise spans across the entire project lifecycle, from initial design to construction and final commissioning.
- Progressive's team is highly skilled, combining decades of experience with the latest technologies to deliver innovative solutions.
- Their portfolio includes landmark projects in both public and private sectors, transforming communities and infrastructure.
- Committed to safety and quality, Progressive delivers projects on time and within budget, making them a trusted partner for developers worldwide.
- People come first.
- Everyone has a voice here.
- We continually challenge the belief that all the best ways of doing things have already been discovered.
- We’re dedicated to continuous creativity, curiosity, and giving our people the space, encouragement, and autonomy to grow.
- High‑performing culture: unleashing the potential of each and every employee through diversity, leadership, learning, and trust.
- Performance‑based design: decisions driven by clients’ performance measures.
- Employee Ownership: staff have access to profit sharing, employee stock ownership, comprehensive benefits, and employee development programs.
- People First: fun, inclusive, and engaging culture where people thrive.
- Flexible hybrid schedule with remote options and summer hours off Friday afternoons.
- Employee‑led committees for community involvement, CREW (fun), Wellness, and DEI.
60 Years
Years of Commitment
Committed to sustainable designs and innovation across all projects.
2030 Target
Carbon Neutral Buildings
All new buildings and renovations will be carbon neutral by 2030 as part of the AIA 2030 Challenge.
2030 Net-Zero
Net-Zero Target
Striving toward a 2030 net-zero target by minimizing operational and embodied carbon.
- Use of energy‑modeling tools like cove.tool, TallyCAT, EC3 for selecting lower‑carbon materials.
- Developed Sustainability Action Plan and using AIA’s Design Data Exchange for real‑time feedback.
50% Female Representation
Board Composition
The Board of Directors reflects gender parity, with 50% female and 50% male members as of 2019.
- DEI committee shares stories, education, and resources to build culture of belonging.
- Universal Design expertise: removing physical and social barriers; enabling clients to pursue Universal Design Certification.
- DEI is essential to innovation; guided by trust and respect, sustaining culture where people’s voices are seen, heard, valued.
- Employees report robust ERGs and committees that recognize and celebrate diverse backgrounds.
- Gender statistic: 50% female representation on Board; other gender‑related data not publicly available.
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