NEPA Environmental Planning Intern - Summer 2027

VHB•Washington, DC

3d•$19 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

VHB is seeking a NEPA Intern to support the preparation of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation for State and Federal agencies. This internship is ideal for students interested in environmental planning, transportation, energy projects, and federal land management.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in a relevant environmental discipline (e.g., environmental science, environmental biology, ecology, wildlife management, cultural resources, planning, NEPA, or related fields).
Basic knowledge or academic exposure to key environmental regulations, including NEPA, Section 4(f), Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, and Section 106.
Willingness and ability to travel, if required.

Nice To Haves

Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and set priorities under guidance
Detail-oriented and highly organized
Team-oriented, with a positive attitude and willingness to support others
Demonstrated interest in collaborative problem-solving and learning from teammates
Motivated self-starter who can work both independently and as part of a team
Foundational knowledge or coursework related to environmental regulations such as: NEPA, Section 4(f), Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, Section 106
Ability to coordinate and perform tasks across different teams and disciplines

Responsibilities

Assist management teams working on Environmental Impact Statements (EISs) and Environmental Assessments (EAs) for transportation, energy projects, federal land management plans, and other federal actions subject to NEPA.
Support coordination of activities involved in EIS and EA processes, including: Agency consultation, Public involvement, Impact analyses, Document development.
Help with outreach and engagement efforts, such as: Public meetings and workshops, Tribal, federal, and state agency consultation and coordination, Tracking and organizing public and agency comments and responses.
Assist in document development and quality control for EISs, EAs, and environmental permitting deliverables.
Explore and support the use of new technologies and tools to streamline EIS and EA processes.
Contribute to the production of high-quality client deliverables by: Collaborating with managers and technical staff to develop annotated outlines and page targets, Providing basic editing and formatting support on draft documents and reports.