Intern / Co-Op Civil / Environmental Engineering - Acton, United States - Geosyntec Consultants

    Geosyntec Consultants
    Geosyntec Consultants Acton, United States

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    Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

    Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an Intern / Co-Op Civil / Environmental Engineering in our Acton, Massachusetts office. The position offers the opportunity to apply engineering (civil, geotechnical, environmental, and water resources) academic knowledge to real-world situations while also learning the business skills needed for a successful consulting career. The position is full-time (40 hours/week) for approximately 13 to 15 weeks during the summer semester of Candidates are responsible for coordinating their own transportation to and from the office and/or field job sites in Massachusetts and/or New England States (i.e., NH, VT, ME, RI and CT).

    Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

    We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

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    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Fieldwork such as soil, groundwater, indoor air, and soil vapor sampling, stormwater inspections and sampling, remediation system operation maintenance and monitoring, and drilling and remedial contractor oversight;
    • Assist with engineering calculations using computer-based technical tools;
    • Assist with technical writing of reports, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals;
    • Data input and analysis, including preparing maps, tables, and figures;
    • Follow instructions and interact with engineers, geologists, office administrative staff, CADD operators (draftsmen), contractors and construction personnel; and
    • Potential for fieldwork such as soil and groundwater sampling, stormwater inspections, and drilling and contractor oversight.
    Education and Licensure:
    • Currently registered in a Bachelors or Masters university degree program in a relevant engineering discipline. (required)
    • Degree focus area in civil, geotechnical, environmental or water resources engineering. (preferred)
    Skills, Experience and Qualifications:
    • Ability to attend company paid OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training after start of employment (required)
    • Experience with ArcView, CADD, and/or Microsoft Office. (preferred)
    • Outstanding academic credentials and exceptional interpersonal, technical writing, oral and written communication and problem-solving skills. (required)
    • Valid U.S. drivers license, reliable transportation, and satisfactory driving record for business travel to project sites. (required)