Intern - Environmental

Terracon Consultants, Inc.
life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
2020 Starita Road (Show on map)
Feb 14, 2025
Job Description Terracon has an exciting intern program to support our Environmental service line. In this program, you will take part in an exciting, fun and meaningful work experience as you work along-side some of the brightest minds and state of the art technology in the environmental consulting industry. You will not only learn and advance technically but will also be provided with opportunities for professional development. You will be assigned a leader/mentor in the environmental consulting field. The mentor will provide help you with career planning along with technical skill development. You will learn how our line of business interacts with the client. You will learn what consulting is all about! To ensure you are prepared for the internship, Terracon will provide each intern with OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER safety training (if needed). Terracon will pay for your time spent completing the 40-hr training class, in addition to covering the expense of the class. First-year interns will work in the office but will also have opportunities to experience field testing and investigation activities. Your experiences will include learning, understanding, and performing services related to: Field safety and safe work practices Phase I Environmental Site Assessment investigations Soil, groundwater, and vapor testing procedures Environmental compliance monitoring and reporting Mobile data acquisition Data tabulation and review Technical report preparation and QA/QC reviews Communication of test results (internal) Quality management system and procedures You can expect to: Perform sampling or testing as directed. Provide assistance to other field and/or office personnel. Transport equipment, samples or documents to field personnel, laboratory, clients or other offices, and provides. physical assistance in equipment set-up. Assists technicians or professional staff on routine tasks. Will be placed in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments. Be immersed in an inclusive and diverse group of professionals supporting each other in development. To Qualify: High school diploma and currently enrolled in an Environmental Engineering, Geology, Science, Biology or similar program, and maintained a 3.0 G.P.A. or better. The ideal candidate will have more than one year remaining to complete their BS degree. About Terracon Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs. EEO Statement Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.