Internship – Environmental Focus – Engineering or Geology (Hybrid)

Barr•Ann Arbor, MI

10d•$23 - $29•Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking an environmental intern for its Ann Arbor, Michigan, office for summer 2027. The full-time internship runs from May through August, with flexible start and end dates to accommodate class schedules, finals, and holidays. 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 may contribute to projects involving the evaluation and remediation of contaminated sites. Work may include field investigations of contaminated soil, vapor, sediment, and groundwater; environmental site assessments; construction observation; engineering calculations; data summaries and spreadsheets; and technical reports. Assignments may be performed independently or as part of a project team, in coordination with project managers and technical staff. The role offers practical experience in environmental consulting, including field activity coordination, data collection and analysis, documentation, and consideration of remediation approaches. Fieldwork may require out-of-town travel, with travel and fieldwork potentially reaching 50–70%. Project schedules may involve early mornings, evenings, or weekends, and the position may involve morning training shifts. The position requires working in variable outdoor conditions and potentially rough construction terrain, industrial facilities, and waste disposal or hazardous-material cleanup sites. Safety training will be provided; an OSHA-mandated physical exam may be required, and specific clients may request participation in drug screening. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

Be a third- or fourth-year student majoring in environmental, chemical, geological, civil, or another related engineering field, or geology.
Have at least one full-time semester of undergraduate or graduate coursework remaining after the internship.
Have a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0.
Have strong computer skills, including word processing and spreadsheet use, and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
Possess a current, valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
Be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship by Barr.
Be willing to travel and periodically adjust personal schedules to meet project needs; travel and fieldwork may reach 50–70%.
Be able to work in varying outdoor conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, and uneven terrain.
Be able to lift and carry equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Be able to stand, walk, kneel, or crouch for extended periods and to smell and identify common odors.
Be able to use required personal protective equipment and work individually in remote locations.
Be able to drive safely in early morning and nighttime conditions.
Be able to operate or work around environmental monitoring and sampling equipment.
Be adaptable, organized, proactive, attentive to detail, reliable, safety-aware, and comfortable working independently and collaboratively.

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, as well as 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 in tracking project progress and documenting key milestones.
Contribute to evaluating site conditions and identifying potential solutions to environmental challenges.
Prepare 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.
Perform engineering calculations and prepare data summary tables and spreadsheets.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accidental death insurance, plus 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, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders as part of the company's profit distribution.
Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship, and internal training opportunities.
Paid time off and holidays.
Overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff.
Paid family leave.
Ergonomic analysis and equipment, a personal protective equipment allowance, and wellbeing-focused educational opportunities.
Coaching, mentoring, and support for ongoing educational opportunities.