Environmental Intern

Why DOWL?

DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you're valued. We support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.

Environmental Services

Our environmental specialists understand federal, state, and local environmental regulations, have trusted relationships with agency staff, and are experts on the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and natural resources. From fast-track Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), Environmental Assessments (EA) and Categorical Exclusions (CatEx) to remote fieldwork, biological assessments, and wetland delineations, our team understands the processes, people, and regulations needed to move our clients' projects to the next stage.

DOWL is committed to inspiring students to reach their full potential through face-to-face learning, disciplined problem solving, and transformative hands-on experiences. We are driven by the goal of producing outstanding problem solvers, capable of creating innovative solutions for the most complex problems our clients ask us to solve. Our goal is to inspire students to become leaders in today's complex, built environment through participation, field exposure, and professional practice activities during their internship. Join our team and be one of the People Who Make it Happen!

Environmental Internship

This is a temporary position to provide support and assistance to the Environmental Market Sector. The person in this position is expected to exercise a strong work ethic, a desire to learn new concepts, and have good organizational and communication skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (including the following) :

• Assist with preparation of permit applications, reports, studies, and memos associated with environmental and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct environmental and compliance research.
• Assist with field work as needed.
• Attend client and agency meetings.
• Coordinate with project team members.
• Support project management activities.
• Other environmental related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and / or Experience

One to two years of college-level course work in pursuit of a baccalaureate degree in an environmental related studies. Prior work experience in environmental related fields is desirable.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.