Intern / Co-Op – Civil / Environmental Engineering / Environmental Science

Overview

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 / Environmental Science in our Orlando, FL office. The position offers the opportunity to apply engineering and science (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 part-time (16 hours/week) for approximately 1 year. Preferred candidates would have the ability to return to the position for at least two semester rotations during their undergraduate or graduate studies. Candidates are responsible for coordinating their own transportation to and from the office.

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 to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Water quality tasks such as water quality sampling, monitoring, and evaluation utilizing industry standard equipment such as autosamplers, water quality sondes, acoustic doppler flow meters, etc.

Assist with engineering calculations using computer-based technical tools;

Technical writing of reports, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals;

Data input and analysis, including preparing maps, tables, and figures using industry software such as ArcGIS and other GIS software;

Follow instructions and interact with engineers, geologists, scientist, office administrative staff, CADD operators (draftsmen), contractors, and construction personnel;

Potential for fieldwork such as site visits/field operations, stormwater infrastructure inventories and environmental sampling (surface water, stormwater, sediments, etc.);

Assist with hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) and water quality modeling using industry software such as StormWise (ICPR), BMP Trains, SIMPLE Seasonal, SWMM, etc.; and

Assist with water quality evaluations, project feasibility studies, and water quality improvement project designs.

Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.

Education and Licensure

Currently registered in a Bachelor’s or Master’s university degree program in a relevant engineering or science discipline. (required)

Degree focus area in civil, environmental, or water resources engineering, environmental science, limnology, or marine science (preferred)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Experience with ArcGIS, StormWise (ICPR), and/or Microsoft Office. (preferred)

Outstanding academic credentials and exceptional interpersonal, technical writing, oral and written communication, and problem-solving skills. (required)

It is recommended that you provide a cover letter with the following information:

Date of availability and number of hours per week available;

Anticipated degree and discipline; and

Number of semesters until this degree is awarded (including current semester).

Valid U.S. driver’s license, reliable transportation, and satisfactory driving record for business travel to project sites. (required)

Candidates must currently hold and maintain valid U.S. work authorization. New H-1B visa lottery and employment based green card sponsorship are not available for this position.

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