About the role#
Kimley-Horn is hiring Environmental Science interns for our Reston, Virginia office. This is a full-time, paid, on-site position. You will work with our team to support project goals and gain hands-on experience in the field.
What you'll do#
- Solve complex problems and assist project managers with daily tasks.
- Collaborate with team members across different disciplines.
- Learn federal, state, and local regulations that guide our projects.
- Follow company and client practices, procedures, and standards.
- Gain knowledge in areas including natural resource regulations, water quality programs, wetlands identification, botany, soil science, ecology, wildlife biology, water resources, and geographic information systems.
- Expect to travel and perform fieldwork for approximately 10-30% of your time.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree in Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
Location & details#
- Location: Reston, Virginia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Pay: $29 to $30 per hour.
- Term: Rolling.
About Kimley-Horn
Kimley-Horn is a planning and design consulting firm founded in 1967. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, the company employs over 10,000 staff members across more than 160 offices in North America. It provides services in fields including land development, transportation, water resources, and environmental services. The firm operates as a privately held organization.
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