Developer Internship

Sanborn, Head & Associates•Boston, MA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Sanborn Head is an engineering and technical consulting firm serving a broad array of private, public, and institutional clients in the development, energy, industrial, and solid waste markets. Our multi-disciplinary team of engineers and scientists specializes in integrating our core expertise in earth, energy, and environment to deliver innovative, yet practical solutions to our clients. We foster a collaborative, growth-oriented culture where people work together to solve complex challenges. We are seeking an aspiring civil, geotechnical, or environmental engineer to fill an Engineering Intern position in our Development Client Service Area for Summer 2027. The Development CSA guides real estate and infrastructure projects from due diligence through design and construction, combining geotechnical and environmental expertise. The team assesses site and subsurface conditions, manages remediation and permitting needs, and develops practical, cost-effective solutions that keep commercial, institutional, residential, and mixed-use projects moving forward. Our ideal applicant is a current student or a recent graduate of an environmental, civil, or geotechnical engineering program. We have opportunities in our Bedford, NH; Burlington, VT; Boston, MA; and Philadelphia, PA offices. The Engineering Intern will work closely with a team of staff engineers and scientists on challenging and exciting projects. All our projects are in a variety of service areas with office and field components. This is a fast-paced and dynamic position, with opportunities to be challenged, contribute to project outcomes, interact routinely with project managers and principals, and grow professionally. While the successful candidate will not need to have prior job experience, they must have great work ethic, a can-do attitude and a working knowledge of industry specific software and computer skills. This opportunity will provide an atmosphere rich in learning the responsibilities of a professional engineer under the supervision of our more senior employees.

Requirements

Recent degree or current enrollment in a civil, environmental, or geotechnical engineering Bachelor�s or Master�s degree program (or related discipline).
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and an acceptable driving record.
Requires sitting, walking and, at times, bending and prolonged standing.
Must be able to visit project sites and climb ladders and stairs as required.
The work requires both indoor and outdoor activity in temperatures ranging from moderate to extreme cold or hot and other weather conditions.
Must be able to wear and work in personal protective equipment as required.
Substantial repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers is required.
Close visual acuity is required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Willingness to learn new skills.
Flexible schedule and ability to reliably travel to project locations.
Strong attention to detail and technical understanding.
Strong organizational and communications skills.
Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment.
Great work ethic, a can-do attitude and a working knowledge of industry specific software and computer skills.

Responsibilities

Learn the responsibilities of an engineer.
Incorporate academic knowledge into hands-on work.
Assist in the preparation of technical reports and regulatory compliance activities.
Assist with field assessments such as groundwater and soil sampling, drilling oversight, and remediation/construction oversight.
Assist with environmental and geotechnical data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
Attend project meetings and learn how consulting projects are managed.