Environmental Internship (Level 1)

ECS Ltd • New York, NY

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About The Position

The Environmental Internship (Level 1) involves field-based monitoring on environmental projects, primarily outdoors in varying weather and site conditions. The intern assists with site inspections, sampling, field documentation, and preparation of clear, concise daily reports describing site activities. The role also supports environmental site assessments, wetland delineations, groundwater and soil investigations, remediation system installation and monitoring, and industrial hygiene activities involving asbestos, lead-based paint (LBP), and indoor air quality (IAQ). The intern communicates with contractors, technicians, and project staff and may work in both field and office environments.

Requirements

• No years of related experience required.
• Must be pursuing an Associate, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or another degree related to the company's services.
• A valid driver's license is required if driving for or on behalf of an ECS subsidiary.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and organized work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to follow directions with minimal supervision.
• Working knowledge of geotechnical field investigation and testing methods.
• Basic ability to interpret field data and observations.
• Developing problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Willingness to work in both field and office environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform field-based monitoring activities on environmental projects.
• Work primarily outdoors in varying weather and site conditions.
• Assist with environmental site inspections, sampling support, and field documentation.
• Prepare clear and concise daily field reports describing site activities.
• Communicate with contractors, technicians, and project staff.
• Assist with environmental site assessments and wetland delineations.
• Assist with groundwater and soil investigations.
• Assist with remediation system installation and monitoring.
• Assist with industrial hygiene activities, including asbestos, lead-based paint (LBP), and indoor air quality (IAQ).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree