What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Engineer Intern position at APTIM?
At APTIM , we come to work each day knowing that we are making an impact on the world. Our work spans from safeguarding and maintaining critical infrastructure to helping communities recover from natural disasters, from empowering our armed forces and first responders to reducing carbon and energy use, and from making cities more resilient against the threats to climate impacts to restoring contaminated ecological systems.
APTIM is currently seeking an energetic and motivated intern in our Canton, MA or Knoxville, TN office to support various project activities. The successful candidate will possess a desire to participate in all phases of environmental characterization, including those sites impacted by emerging contaminants. APTIM's internship program provides students with the opportunity to apply skills gained in an academic setting to challenging projects and meaningful work assignments. Interns will be paired with experienced mentors and should be prepared to work in a fast-paced environment, finishing their internship having gained a broad experience in various aspects of working in the Environmental Industry. This is a Temporary position.
What you can expect from APTIM :
Work that is worthy of your time and talent
Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
A voice in making our company better
Investment into your personal and professional development
Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities :
Work tasks will be a combination of office work and visits to active project sites.
Ensures conformance to applicable engineering codes and standards as well as company policies and procedures.
Works on straightforward tasks using established procedures; all work will be subject to review by others.
Under the supervision of an experienced team member, apply engineering skills and knowledge to complete assigned tasks.
Collaborate with current engineering staff in the interpretation of engineering data, conduct engineering analyses, and perform calculations and modeling utilizing appropriate software packages.
Participate in field tasks including but not limited to collection of environmental samples from various media (e.g., groundwater, surface water, soil, sediment, and vapor) and implementation of in-situ and ex-situ remedial actions.
Possess the ability to thoroughly and accurately summarize field data and present results to senior team members.
Basic Qualifications :
Attending an accredited educational institution pursuing a degree in Environmental Engineering or closely related field.
Preference is for candidate to have completed their Junior year in college with expected graduation in late 2025 or Spring 2026.
Excellent critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills
Must be a self-starter, excel in time management, and work well under pressure.
Must be available to work in various settings such as in an office or remotely in the field, depending on project needs.
Ability to complete 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER training and wear proper PPE for work on hazardous waste sites; lifting and physical work will be required.
Must be at least 18 years of age with clean driving record.
Who we are and what we do :
APTIM is a global industry leader headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. With more than 4,000 employees worldwide, APTIM specializes in critical infrastructure, technical and data solutions, program management, environmental services, resilience, as well as sustainability and energy solutions. Our dedicated people have the proven experience and expertise to provide integrated services and solutions to government agencies, commercial, industrial, and energy customers. APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and the natural world, and creating an inclusive equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our people.
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