Environmental & Public Health Intern
About The Position
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Intern to support ongoing characterization of contamination associated with the East Helena Superfund Site. This position is an onsite position and offers a hands-on opportunity to gain practical field experience in environmental science including data collection contributing to the protection of public health while working on a high-profile remediation project. You will assist with data collection, logistics, property access coordination, and essential day-to-day operations. At HGL, we value our employees as individuals and as important members of our team with a mission of restoring the environment to protect our future and the future of the communities we serve. A candidate that would thrive in this position would have dedication to protecting the environment and public health with excellent communication skills. This is a summer internship and will run from May through August 2026 with 40 hours per week expected.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Currently enrolled or recently completed an undergraduate degree program in Environmental Science, Public Health, Geology, Civil/Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
- Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise scientific protocols.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with team members and the public.
Nice To Haves
- HAZWOPER 40-hour certification is a plus, but training may be provided for the right candidate
- Environmental data collection experience is a plus, but training may be provided for the right candidate
Responsibilities
- Soil Sampling: Assist with the collection and processing of soil samples in accordance with established environmental protocols and quality control standards.
- Field Support & Logistics: Support field crews by organizing equipment, managing field supplies, scheduling locates, scheduling sampling, and ensuring the team has the necessary resources for daily tasks.
- Sample Management: Safely handle, preserve, and transport environmental samples to FedEx or local laboratories for analysis, maintaining strict chain-of-custody documentation outlined in an approved UFP-QAPP and SAP.
- Field Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed field logs, data sheets, and site photographs to document daily activities and sampling events.
- Community Interaction: Engage in limited, professional interactions with local residents and property owners (e.g., providing notifications, answering basic questions about scheduling, and access coordination support).
- Reporting: Assist with minor data entry, basic environmental reporting, and compiling field data for the field team lead and project managers.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
