Summer Environmental Intern

Geosyntec Consultants • Pennington, NJ

3d • $22 - $31

About The Position

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better? Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Summer Environmental Intern in our Pennington, NJ office for the summer of 2026 . The position offers the opportunity to apply geologic and environmental science academic knowledge to real-world situations while also learning the business skills needed for a successful consulting career. Candidates are responsible for coordinating their own transportation to and from the office. The position is full-time (40 hours/week) for approximately 13 to 15 weeks during the summer of 2026. 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. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 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 an applicable field. (required)
• Strong work ethic, ability to work independently and as part of a team. (required)
• Valid U.S. driver’s license, reliable transportation, and satisfactory driving record for business travel to project sites. (required)
• Candidates must currently hold and maintain valid U.S. work authorization.
• New H-1B visa lottery and employment based green card sponsorship are not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Upper division (e.g. senior) or Master’s enrollment. (preferred)
• Degree focus areas in hydrogeology, geology, geochemistry, or environmental science. (preferred)
• Outstanding academic credentials and exceptional interpersonal, technical writing, oral and written communication, and problem-solving skills. (preferred)
• Position may also require health and safety training for working in the field as part of our corporate Health and Safety procedures.
• Experience with Microsoft Office. (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Conducting fieldwork (up to 80%) such as soil and groundwater sampling, aquifer testing, and drilling and contractor oversight following training
• Assisting with geologic/hydrogeologic calculations using computer-based technical tools
• Assisting with remedial engineering design, construction, and operations
• Technical writing of reports, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals
• Data input and analysis, including preparing maps, tables, and figures
• Following instructions and interacting with engineers, geologists, environmental scientists, office administrative staff, CADD operators (draftsmen), contractors and construction personnel
• 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.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern