Natural Resources Intern

SWCA Environmental Consultants • Arlington, TX

2h • $19 - $19

About The Position

Embark on an exciting journey with SWCA as a Natural Resources Intern for Summer 2026 in our Arlington, TX office. Join our dynamic team and be part of innovative solutions in the environmental sciences. SWCA, established in 1981, is a renowned name in the United States, recognized for sound science and creative problem-solving. As a Natural Resources Intern, you'll dive into both field and office projects, collaborating with skilled natural resource professionals. This internship offers a unique opportunity to launch your career in environmental sciences, supported by leadership dedicated to your professional growth. The internship spans from early June to mid-August 2026, providing flexibility for early starters and those interested in extending beyond August. Alongside impactful project work, our program includes regular presentations by SWCA leaders. This is a paid, full-time internship with a competitive rate of $19.00 per hour. Please submit a cover letter to be considered for this position. Application deadline: Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as is reasonable. We anticipate a large flow of qualified candidates, and we will close the posting without prior notice as soon as we have identified suitable individuals. We appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled juniors or seniors pursuing a bachelor's degree in an environmental or natural resources-related field, or recent graduates within 12 months of May 1, 2026.
• Applicants that are pursuing a Master's degree will also be considered. Ph.D. candidates are not eligible through this program.
• Experience with natural resources field work (e.g., environmental, natural, water, biological, ecological, etc.) through classwork, honors thesis or Capstone projects, professional/intern experience, or volunteer work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software.
• Good communication, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability and willingness to learn new survey and monitoring techniques and protocols.
• Applicants must have valid driver’s license and be able to meet SWCA’s driver requirements.
• This position will require up to 50%-75% fieldwork, including spending extended (up to two weeks) periods in field locations.
• Ability to travel, walk, and conduct fieldwork for long hours, sometimes in inclement weather and rugged terrain, with the capacity to carry equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions, execute tasks effectively, and adapt to shifting priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to drive or learn to drive ATVs, UTVS, and other off-road vehicles and haul trailers.
• Familiarity with GPS devices, digital data collection, and mapping software like ArcGIS.
• Technical writing experience.

Responsibilities

• Support project managers and field leads in various natural resources surveys, including wetland delineations, wildlife surveys, and botanical surveys.
• Conduct fieldwork across office locations and nearby states, sometimes involving extended hikes either independently or with colleagues.
• Engage in office tasks such as data clean-up, reporting, and other activities to support the Natural Resources team.
• Adheres to the safety program and looks out for the safety of others, promptly communicating and mitigating safety hazards.

Benefits

• We offer a supportive, team-oriented work environment and competitive wages and benefits, including an 100% employee stock ownership plan (retirement).
• At SWCA, we support our team members in developing their careers to make them leaders in their industry.
• Our Career Landscape initiative is a process and guide designed to help develop chart rewarding career paths for employees at SWCA.
• We encourage professional conference attendance, internal and external professional development and training programs, education reimbursement, a Science and Leadership Program, and bonuses for publications meeting certain criteria.
• All regular status employees are eligible to participate in SWCA medical, dental, vision, employee assistance, wellness, life and disability plans, and are eligible to participate in the SWCA 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Trust.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees