Environmental Science Intern

Description

As an Environmental Science Intern, you will assist the engineering team members in the execution of their project work in the following areas:

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  Apply professional environmental/engineering skills to meet project team and client needs for defining, evaluating, and implementing environmental compliance and permitting projects

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  Identify the environmental requirements that apply to electric power related projects, including electric power generating stations, substations, and transmission line projects

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  Work with project engineers to ensure projects are designed and developed using criteria that recognize all relevant environmental requirements

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  Prepare permit applications for state and local permitting agencies

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  Prepare complex technical reports including site selection studies, environmental and social impact assessments, compliance audits, and regulatory reviews

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Qualifications

Essential skills and experience:

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  Must have an expected graduation date in December 2026 or Spring 2027 toward a BS in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field, MS preferred

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  Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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  Ability to interact and multitask with project team members, clients, and regulatory agencies

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  Valued but not required skills and experience:

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  Familiarity with environmental compliance and permitting for complex industrial projects, and/or environmental laws and regulations that apply to large industrial facilities

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Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

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  Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

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  Life & Accident Insurance

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  Disability Coverage

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  Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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  Back-Up Daycare

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  FSA & HSA

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  401(k)

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  Pre-Tax Commuter Account

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  Merit Scholarship Program

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  Employee Discount Program

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  Corporate Charitable Giving Program

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  Tuition Assistance

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  First Professional Licensure Bonus

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  Employee Referral Bonus

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  Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)

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  Paid Vacation

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  Paid Holidays

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  Paid Parental Leave

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  Paid Bereavement Leave

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  Flexible Work Arrangements

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Compensation Range

$17.50 - $27.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About This Business Unit

The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities. We have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. Our expertise includes numerous recent and ongoing combined cycle projects that leverage the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators from all leading suppliers. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies, managing projects from conceptual studies, pilot demonstrations and through commercial scale implementation for utilities and industrial plants.

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

CityChicago

StateIL

CountryUnited States

Area of InterestEnvironmental

TypePart Time - Temporary

Job ID

Business GroupEnergy & Industrial Group

DepartmentPermitting and Licensing