About the role#
Kimley-Horn is hiring an Environmental Science Intern for our Columbus, Ohio office. This is a paid, full-time position that requires on-site work. You will support project managers and work with different teams to help realize client projects.
What you'll do#
- Solve complex problems and assist project managers with daily tasks.
- Collaborate across disciplines to help produce client visions for the built environment.
- Learn federal, state, and local regulations along with company and client procedures.
- Gain practical knowledge in natural resource regulations and water quality programs.
- Conduct fieldwork and travel as needed, which accounts for 10 to 30 percent of the role.
- Build experience in ecology, wildlife biology, water resources, and geographic information systems.
- Develop skills in wetlands identification, including botany and soil science.
What you'll need#
- You must be currently pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree in Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, Ohio.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
- 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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