About the role#
Langan is seeking an Environmental Engineering Intern to join our team in Chicago for the Summer 2027 term. You will assist with technical aspects of diverse land development projects, working directly with environmental leadership to gain experience in site feasibility studies, field work, and technical reporting.
What you'll do#
- Assist with field investigations by logging borings, collecting samples, performing tests, and recording data.
- Monitor construction projects to evaluate contractor compliance with job specifications.
- Prepare reports, laboratory data summary tables, and figures based on field investigations and analytical results.
- Complete standard logs and field forms, including drilling logs and chain of custody logs.
- Learn to use data management and modeling tools, engineering analysis techniques, and field equipment.
- Review files, conduct site reconnaissance, and use maps, drawings, and aerial photographs to assess soil, terrain, and hydrological characteristics.
- Identify solutions to field or laboratory problems and document results.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a four-year or advanced degree program in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or Geology.
- Preference is given to students in their Junior or Senior year or those pursuing an MS degree.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and GIS or environmentally related software.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical capabilities.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $22 to $27 per hour.
- Travel: May be required based on project assignments and business needs.
- Note: This position does not include housing or relocation assistance.
About Langan Engineering & Environmental Services
Langan Engineering and Environmental Services provides consulting for land development, corporate real estate, and energy projects. The firm offers services including geotechnical engineering, surveying, and environmental compliance. It serves a global client base of developers, public agencies, and institutions. Founded in 1970, the company is based in Parsippany, New Jersey. It maintains a staff of over 2,300 professionals across 56 offices.
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