Environmental Internship (Level 1)

ECS Ltd

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Posted 5 months ago

Internship

Hanover, Maryland

In Person

Smart Summary

The intern will be involved in sampling and assessments of various environmental materials and documenting field activities. Daily tasks include using field screening equipment and writing clear field reports of site activities.

This internship is for students pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering with an environmental focus, Geology, or Environmental Science. It involves field work such as sampling, site assessments, and report writing, requiring the ability to carry heavy equipment. Familiarity with environmental regulations and GIS/GPS is a plus.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Civil Engineering

Environmental Science

Geology

soil sampling

groundwater sampling

air sampling

GIS

GPS

environmental regulations

field reports

field screening equipment

Job Description

What You'll Do

  • Sampling and assessments of soil, groundwater, air, and other materials

  • Observing and documenting field activities

  • Using field screening equipment and documenting readings

  • Working with GIS/GPS (a big plus)

  • Interacting and communicating daily with contractors, technicians and project managers

  • Writing clear field reports of site activities each day

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What We're Looking For

  • Actively pursuing a Bachelor or Master degree in Civil Engineering with an environmental focus, Geology, Environmental Science or related degree

  • Interest in environmental regulations and how environmental issues are related to the construction process

  • Must be able to provide suitable transportation for use on job sites – Mileage will be reimbursed
  • Position requires carrying 40 – 70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 85 lbs to waist height

The expected pay range for this role and location is $16-$20/hour. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.


Who We Are

ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2024) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2025). ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.

ECS Ltd

ECS Group of Companies is a Chantilly, VA-based consulting engineering firm. Organizationally we have 100+ offices and more than 3,000 employees in operating subsidiaries. Subsidiaries and their headquarter offices include: - ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC [Chantilly, VA]; - ECS Midwest, LLC [Chicago, IL]; - ECS Southeast, LLP [Raleigh, NC]; - ECS Florida, LLC [Orlando, FL]; - ECS Southwest, LLP [Dallas, TX]; - ECS Pacific, Inc. [Walnut Creek, CA]; - ECS Group of Companies [Chantilly, VA - provides administrative/support services to all operating subsidiaries]. Founded in 1988, ECS is an employee-owned corporation committed to providing high quality, innovative services. The professional staff at ECS delivers value-added solutions through our core service lines: Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Consulting, Construction Materials Testing/Inspection, and Facilities Engineering and Consulting. 'Setting the Standard for Service’ is our corporate philosophy that permeates everything we do. We embrace providing services on time and under budget while adding value to our clients. Our goal is to provide high-quality engineering and related services; and to be recognized by our clients and colleagues for our innovative ideas, responsiveness and value. Our high repeat business volume, recommendations from our clients and professional associates are all measures of our commitment to the industry we proudly serve. At ECS, it’s not just about getting the job done – it’s about getting the job done right. Talent acquisition at ECS receives strategic focus. We keep our career center current and up-to-date! So if you are looking for a new career opportunity or know someone who is, please visit www.ecslimited.com and submit your resume through our career center for review by our dedicated recruiting team.

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