Summer 2027 Environmental Intern

Ulteig•Bismarck, ND

7d•$25 - $27•Hybrid

About The Position

Ulteig is seeking a seasonal Summer Environmental Intern to support environmental compliance and due diligence efforts for public and private clients across our Lifeline Sectors, including Transportation, Renewables, Power, and Water, as well as other industries we serve. This internship provides hands-on exposure to environmental analysis, regulatory compliance, and field investigations. Our goal is to help clients balance responsible development with the protection of natural and cultural resources. The Environmental Intern will support new and ongoing projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate has an interest in environmental planning, permitting, and fieldwork, with preferred exposure to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process, wetland delineation, biological resources, and/or environmental due diligence surveys, documentation, and approvals. This role offers hands-on experience applying environmental regulations to real-world projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in progress in environmental science, environmental planning, environmental policy, biology, wildlife management, natural resources management, or a related field
Interest in Federal, State and Local regulations, including: NEPA, Endangered Species Act (ESA), Clean Water (CWA), Clean Air Act (CAA), National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and/or Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to manage time effectively and work on multiple tasks or projects simultaneously
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Valid driver’s license with the ability to operate a 4-wheel drive pickup (UTV or trailering experience is a plus)
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to walk up to 5 miles per day in rough terrain and up to 10 miles per day in flat terrain
Ability to perform physically demanding field tasks using basic tools (e.g., shovels)
Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions
Willingness to travel frequently for fieldwork, including overnight stays
Must be available to work full-time during Summer 2027
Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

Preferred exposure to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process, wetland delineation, biological resources, and/or environmental due diligence surveys, documentation, and approvals.
Experience with GIS tools (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, Field Maps) is a plus
UTV or trailering experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Participate on multidisciplinary project teams to prepare environmental documentation, including: NEPA documents, Wetland delineation reports, Biological assessments, Environmental site assessments, Noise analysis and permit applications
Review, interpret, and summarize environmental and field data for ongoing investigations, monitoring, and mitigation efforts
Assist with fieldwork efforts such as wildlife, botanical, water resource, and environmental surveys
Communicate scientific and technical information clearly to project teams
Contribute to written environmental reports and supporting materials
Support public and private clients with environmental permitting, coordination, and compliance activities
Work within defined scopes, schedules, and budgets while maintaining quality standards
Build professional relationships through collaboration with internal teams and client support