Environmental Science

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.•Largo, FL

20h

About The Position

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better? Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an Intern – Civil / Environmental Engineering / Environmental Science in our Clearwater, FL office. The position offers the opportunity to apply academic knowledge to real-world situations while also learning the business skills needed for a successful consulting career. The position is part-time (16 hours/week) for approximately one year. Preferred candidates would have the ability to return to the position for up to two additional semester rotations during their undergraduate or graduate studies. Candidates are responsible for coordinating their own transportation to and from the office. Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service. We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family. To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Requirements

Currently registered in a Bachelor’s or Master’s university degree program in a relevant science or engineering discipline. (required)
Outstanding academic credentials and exceptional interpersonal, technical writing, oral and written communication, and problem-solving skills. (required)
Valid U.S. driver’s license, reliable transportation, and satisfactory driving record for business travel to project sites. (required)

Nice To Haves

Degree focus area in environmental science, limnology, marine science, civil, environmental, water resources engineering, or a related field. (preferred)
Experience with ArcGIS, StormWise (ICPR), and/or Microsoft Office. (preferred)
It is recommended that the following information be included in your cover letter: Date of availability and number of hours per week available; Anticipated degree and discipline; Number of semesters until this degree is awarded (including current semester); and Transcript with classes completed and grade awarded

Responsibilities

Water quality tasks such as water quality sampling, monitoring, and evaluation utilizing industry standard equipment such as autosamplers, water quality sondes, acoustic doppler flow meters, etc
Implement field sampling programs, evaluate water quality trends, and perform geospatial analysis
Develop science-based management strategies for surface water and stormwater resources
Interpret environmental monitoring data, develop pollutant loading models for waterbodies, and assess stormwater best management practices (BMPs)
Assist with various projects focusing on pollutant load management (nutrients and bacteria) and restoration planning for Florida waterbodies
Prepare technical reports
Perform calculations using computer-based technical tools
Data input and analysis, including preparing maps, tables, and figures using industry software such as ArcGIS Pro
Follow instructions and interact with engineers, geologists, scientist, office administrative staff, CADD operators (draftsmen), contractors, and construction personnel
Potential for fieldwork such as site visits/field operations, stormwater infrastructure inventories and environmental sampling (surface water, stormwater, sediments, etc.)
Assist with hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) and water quality modeling using industry software such as StormWise (ICPR), BMP Trains, SIMPLE Seasonal, SWMM, etc.
Assist with water quality evaluations, project feasibility studies, and water quality improvement project designs.
Local travel or driving to project sites as needed.
Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.