Geologist/Hydrogeologist Intern - Summer 2027

WSP • Richmond, VA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

WSP USA’s Earth & Environment Team is seeking a full-time Geologist/Hydrogeologist Intern for Summer 2027, based in the Richmond, Virginia office. This temporary, 12-week internship is intended for students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program. The WSP Summer Internship Program is scheduled to start on May 17, 2027, though the individual start date may be flexible. No relocation or housing assistance is provided.

The intern will support hydrogeologic tasks and gain hands-on experience with field soil, soil gas, groundwater, and landfill gas sampling. The role includes assisting with fieldwork, quality control, safety procedures, sample and location records, laboratory documentation, logbooks, and project documentation. The intern will complete 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training and site-specific training. Expected salary is $23.03–$29.96; compensation may vary based on factors including education, experience, skills, abilities, internal equity, and geographic location.

Requirements

• Actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate Geology or related program, with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Demonstrated interest in Geology/Hydrogeology or a related field, and a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills, including communicating effectively and professionally with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to execute projects.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Must be able to pass a HAZWOPER physical and be medically able to wear a tight-fitting respirator.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Authorized to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

Nice To Haves

• Previously completed OSHA HAZWOPER training.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Prior internship experience and leadership involvement on campus.

Responsibilities

• Support hydrogeologic tasks while developing technical, social, and ethical skills.
• Learn basic principles of field soil, soil gas, groundwater, and landfill gas sampling methods.
• Assist with project fieldwork and maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements.
• Follow safety guidelines and site-specific procedures, including maintaining sample collection and location data, laboratory documentation, and logbooks.
• Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.
• Complete 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training and site-specific training.
• Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed