Environmental Internship - Summer 2027

Universal Engineering Sciences • Iowa Township, IA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

This internship offers a front-row seat to environmental consulting and field investigations. You’ll explore how environmental professionals investigate sites, collect data, and ensure projects comply with regulations—all while gaining practical field and office experience. By summer’s end, you’ll understand the core practices of environmental consulting and regulatory compliance—and you’ll have a completed project to show employers that you’re ready to contribute immediately in the environmental field.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field.
• Completion of at least two years of coursework preferred.
• Strong academic foundation in engineering principles, with interest in applied fieldwork and testing.
• Effective communication and technical writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with AutoCAD, GIS, or engineering software is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Professionalism and eagerness to learn

Nice To Haves

• 40-Hr OSHA HAZWOPER training preferred (subsidized by UES if not certified).

Responsibilities

• Participate in Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments, including site inspections and research.
• Learn how soil, groundwater, and air samples are collected, analyzed, and reported.
• See how remediation projects are monitored and supported.
• Develop reporting and data management skills by summarizing findings.
• Work alongside engineers, geologists, and environmental scientists, observing how multidisciplinary teams collaborate.
• Complete a specialized capstone project, such as a case study analysis of a site assessment or a data-driven environmental compliance review. This project will be résumé-ready and demonstrate your ability to turn data into meaningful environmental insights.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern