About the role#
As an Environmental Scientist Intern, you will support our Environmental Services team. This group handles the full life cycle of infrastructure projects, ranging from initial permitting to the remediation of soil and groundwater. You will work on tasks that require the application of standard techniques and procedures while assisting with project-related duties for our municipal, government, and industrial clients.
What you'll do#
- Perform tasks using standard engineering techniques and procedures.
- Assist with documentation, data entry, scanning, and filing.
- Create and update PowerPoint presentations.
- Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Research project concerns and recommend solutions to problems.
- Respond to general inquiries.
- Handle ad hoc projects as assigned by your manager.
- Comply with all company policies and standards.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher is strongly preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Clear verbal and written communication abilities.
- Basic experience with Microsoft Office programs like Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus or community organizations.
- Prior internship or consulting experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site internship based in the Minneapolis and St Paul, Minnesota area.
- The position requires approximately 5% travel.
- You must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship.
About Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell is a construction and engineering firm based in Kansas City, Missouri. The company employs over 16,000 people and operates as a 100 percent employee-owned organization. Its professionals provide services in architecture, environmental consulting, and infrastructure planning. The firm supports clients across sectors including aviation, water, power, and manufacturing.
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