About the role#
AECOM is seeking an Intern Environmental Scientist or Engineer to join the Stormwater Group in Herndon, Virginia. This internship provides hands-on experience with federal, municipal, and private projects. You will work under the guidance of senior managers and technical experts to support infrastructure and environmental initiatives. This is a full-time, paid position scheduled for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Execute project tasks as part of a team.
- Perform field work, including surveying infrastructure and collecting soil, groundwater, surface water, and sediment samples.
- Prepare samples for shipping and manage chain-of-custody documentation.
- Develop technical solutions using scientific principles and existing technologies.
- Prepare technical work plans, reports, and preliminary scientific documents.
- Interpret data, conduct analyses, and compare findings against relevant regulations.
- Coordinate with project managers and support field documentation.
- Manage your own workload and provide progress updates.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or environmental field with at least two years of study completed.
- US Citizenship is required.
- A valid U.S. Driver’s License.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in standard office software and ability to use industry-standard programs.
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment and maintain a focus on health and safety.
- Ability to work in variable outdoor weather conditions.
- Physical capacity to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted or 50 pounds with assistance.
- Ability to perform frequent repetitive bending and stooping.
Location & details#
- Location: Herndon, Virginia.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- This role requires daily travel to project sites in Loudoun County, Virginia.
About AECOM
AECOM is a professional services firm that provides engineering, design, and construction management. The company serves clients in sectors including water, energy, transportation, and buildings. Based in Dallas, Texas, it operates as a public company with over 60,000 employees. It reported 16.1 billion dollars in revenue for the 2024 fiscal year.
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