Internship – Environmental Focus – Engineering or Geology (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering Co•Ann Arbor, MI

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking an environmental intern for its Ann Arbor, Michigan, office for summer 2027. This full-time internship runs May through August, with flexible start and end dates to accommodate academic schedules. A hybrid work arrangement may be considered. The intern will conduct routine monitoring at a project site, primarily supporting odor-related air quality monitoring, and will contribute to projects evaluating and remediating contaminated sites. Fieldwork may involve out-of-town travel, with travel and fieldwork potentially reaching 50–70% depending on project needs. Schedules may include early mornings, evenings, or weekends. Assignments may be completed independently or as part of a project team. Work may include investigations of contaminated soil, vapor, sediment, and groundwater; environmental site assessments; construction observation; engineering calculations; data tables and spreadsheets; and technical reports. The intern will work closely with project managers and technical staff and gain practical exposure to environmental consulting projects. The position requires working in varying outdoor conditions and potentially on rough construction terrain, at industrial facilities, and at waste disposal or hazardous-material cleanup sites. Work locations may have limited accessibility and moving machinery. Safety training will be provided, and an OSHA-mandated physical exam may be required. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants may be asked to participate in drug screening at the request of specific clients.

Requirements

Must be a third- or fourth-year student majoring in environmental, chemical, geological, civil, or another related engineering field, or geology.
Must have at least one full-time semester of undergraduate or graduate coursework remaining after the internship.
Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0.
Strong computer skills, including word processing and spreadsheets; familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
Current, valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.
Willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs; travel and fieldwork may reach 50–70%.
Ability to work in outdoor conditions including heat, cold, rain, snow, and uneven terrain.
Ability to lift and carry equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, kneel, or crouch for extended periods.
Ability to smell and identify common odors.
Ability to use personal protective equipment as required by site conditions.
Ability to work individually in remote locations.
Ability to safely drive in early morning and nighttime conditions.
Ability to operate or work around environmental monitoring and sampling equipment.
Ability to work at locations with rough terrain, limited accessibility, moving machinery, and conditions typical of industrial facilities, waste disposal sites, and hazardous-material cleanup sites.
Ability to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) certification.

Responsibilities

Conduct routine monitoring at a project site, primarily supporting odor-related air quality monitoring projects.
Assist with on-site investigations of contaminated soil, vapor, sediment, and groundwater, environmental site assessments, and construction observation.
Apply foundational engineering and science principles to support site investigations, environmental sampling, and data collection.
Assist with environmental data analysis and contribute to the development of remediation approaches.
Help coordinate field activities and logistics, including contractor oversight and equipment preparation.
Assist with tracking project progress and documenting key milestones.
Contribute to evaluating site conditions and identifying potential solutions to environmental challenges.
Prepare clear field notes, chain-of-custody documentation, data summaries, figures, draft report sections, and emails for review.
Provide concise status updates to project managers and stakeholders.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to align technical work with project objectives.
Complete engineering calculations, data tables and spreadsheets, and technical reports as assigned.
Work independently or as part of a project team and communicate project questions and updates as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accidental death insurance.
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock.
Annual bonus distribution plan and dividends to shareholders.
Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and internal training opportunities.
Paid time off and holidays.
Overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff.
Paid family leave.
Ergonomic analysis and equipment.
Personal Protective Equipment allowance.
Wellbeing-focused educational opportunities.
Coaching, mentoring, and support for ongoing educational opportunities.