Environmental Intern - Summer 2025

Terracon Consultants, Inc.
life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Iowa, Des Moines
600 Sw 7th St Ste M (Show on map)
Nov 02, 2024
Job Description In this official program, you will take part in an exciting, fun and meaningful work experience as you work along-side some of the brightest minds and state of the art technology in the environmental consulting industry. You will not only learn and advance technically but will also be provided with opportunities for professional development. You will be assigned a leader/mentor in the environmental consulting field. The mentor will provide help you with career planning along with technical skill development. You will learn how our line of business interacts with the client. You will learn what consulting is all about! To ensure you are prepared for the internship, Terracon will provide each intern with 40-hr safety training prior to starting. We will pay for your time going through an on-line 40-hr training class as well as the class. You will also have the opportunity to participate in a cohort. The cohort is a way for you to connect with other interns across the company, and learn about their experiences. This is also a great way for you to start building your professional network! At the end of the summer, your cohort will present to our executive leadership team. In this program, you will work in the office and will also have opportunities to experience field testing and inspection activities as well as other field activities. Your experiences will include learning, understanding, and performing services related to: * Field safety and safe work practices * All aspects of our field work capabilities * Understanding sampling and field testing procedures * Data acquisition * Data review * Report preparation * Communication of test results (internal and external) * Quality management system and procedures You can expect to: * Perform sampling or testing as directed. * Provide assistance to other field and/or office personnel * Transport equipment, specimens or documents to field personnel, laboratory , clients or other offices, and provides physical assistance in equipment set-up. * Assists technicians or professional staff on routine tasks * Will be placed in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments. Requirements High school diploma and currently enrolled in an Environmental Engineering, Geology, Biology or similar program. The ideal candidate will have less than one year remaining to complete their BS degree. About Terracon Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs. EEO Statement Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.