About the role#
As an Environmental Scientist Intern in the Environmental Services group, you will support the full life cycle of infrastructure development. This includes work ranging from permitting new projects to the remediation of contaminated soil and groundwater. You will assist our team in serving municipal, state, and federal government clients, as well as those in the transportation, manufacturing, and utility sectors.
What you'll do#
- Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Research project concerns, analyze findings, and recommend solutions.
- Present solutions to identified concerns.
- Handle administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, data entry, documentation, and PowerPoint presentations.
- Assist with responses to general questions and ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
- Comply with all company policies and standards.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or a related field.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
- Prior internship or related consulting experience is preferred.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Chicago, Illinois.
- The role is on-site and full-time.
- Travel is required approximately 5 percent of the time.
- Compensation ranges from 19.00 to 30.00 dollars per hour, depending on individual qualifications and experience.
- Interns may participate in the 401(k) retirement program if eligibility requirements are met.
- Sick leave is accrued based on the number of hours worked.
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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