About the role#
This internship supports our renewable energy projects in the wind, solar, battery storage, and green hydrogen sectors. You will join a diverse team of professionals to assist with project feasibility, pre-construction, and construction phases. This role focuses on environmental and permitting aspects of development. We are looking for a graduate with immediate availability to work in our Houston or Austin offices.
What you'll do#
- Conduct environmental field studies, including wetland delineations, protected species habitat assessments, and Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments.
- Support renewable energy project development scopes while meeting budget and quality requirements.
- Use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to analyze spatial data, create maps, and evaluate development constraints.
- Author and contribute to technical reports, documents, and permit applications.
- Support environmental permitting efforts with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
- Provide technical and logistical support to internal and subcontractor field personnel.
- Report project status to management and contribute to business development activities.
- Ensure health, safety, and environmental considerations are integrated into project delivery.
- Assist in the development of new tools, processes, and systems.
- Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements regarding data integrity and documentation.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, or a related Natural Resources discipline. A Master’s degree is an asset.
- Solid understanding of the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and the National Environmental Policy Act.
- Proficiency in GIS software and applications.
- Ability to work in both office and field settings, including willingness to perform fieldwork in varied terrain and weather conditions.
- Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, time management, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel. Knowledge of SharePoint, PowerPoint, PowerApps, and PowerBI is an asset.
- A valid US driver’s license.
- Must be a US citizen or authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Locations: Houston, Texas and Austin, Texas.
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship with a rolling term.
About Wood
Wood provides consulting and engineering services for energy and materials markets. The company manages projects and operations across sectors including power generation, refining, and renewable energy. Founded in 1912, it maintains a global presence with over 10,000 employees. Its headquarters are in Aberdeen.
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