Summer 2026 Student - Environment, People & Place Intern - Houston

Summer 2026 Student - Environment, People & Place Intern - Houston

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our Environmental Services Group (ESG) provides our clients with expertise in climate change, environmental assessment & management, noise & vibration, social impact management, sustainable development design, and water resources. With your help, we can build extraordinary things that co-exist, and benefit local communities and habitats.

We are passionately committed to making the world a better place through positive change. We believe in exceptional ideas delivered with exceptional service. As one of the largest employee-owned engineering and environmental firms, Hatch is uniquely positioned to offer opportunities ranging from focused technical scopes to leading critical programs for mega-projects.

Team: We foster a collaborative team culture where everyone's ideas are welcomed, valued, and contribute to our collective success. We are entrepreneurs with a technical soul. We believe in engaging great people who make a difference.

The role: We are seeking an Environmental, People and Places Intern who combines strong leadership and team collaboration skills with a proven ability to build and maintain client relationships. This individual will engage in a variety of environmental engineering work, including air, noise, soil, water, and waste management. This is an excellent opportunity for a student who wants to gain hands-on experience and contribute to impactful, multidisciplinary projects. Location: Full-time presence (100% in-office) in Houston, TX office (with the exception of business travel as required).

Responsibilities:

• Execution of field visits to support field investigations;
• Collection and analysis of environmental records and data;
• Preparation of technical environmental studies related to soil, water, air, noise, or the natural environment;
• Compilation of regulatory permit applications including environmental compliance approvals, tree permits, water taking and discharge permits, etc.
• Supporting the preparation of proposals for various technical studies; and,
• Liaising with various subject matter experts to support ongoing mining, infrastructure and energy projects, where required.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, Architecture, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture or a similar field.
• An interest in environmental consulting in the mining, energy, or infrastructure sectors.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and inspire environmental teams, collaborate with peers and integrate with engineering teams.
• Entrepreneurial with a strong quality focus.
• Effective at managing internal and external stakeholders.
• Clear communication style with the ability to plan, lead, and deliver best in class, high quality deliverables.
• Knowledge of or experience with environmental assessment or permitting, environmental due diligence, and technical modelling an asset.
• Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally as work requires.

Requirements for all sectors:

• To live our manifesto. Our vision and values that set us apart from our competition, put our planet first, and make each day a step toward positive change.
• Perform calculations and other assignments related to your sector
• Assist in executing conceptual and detailed design phases for projects
• Support preparation of drawings and technical documents from notes and specifications
• Coordination with other technicians/engineers on projects
• Provide support to Senior Engineers and Designers as and when needed

What we offer:

• Ability to apply your skills to challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects, while working alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people
• An exciting work environment in a constantly evolving industry
• The opportunity to receive excellent mentorship from industry experts
• Challenging career with countless opportunities
• Stability and consistency you are joining the Hatch team and family to grow your career in a way that suites you best
• Expected growth at Hatch:
• You will be able learn about the different sectors, processes, people and culture that drives our business
• You will learn from others and develop relationships with your managers, colleagues, etc.
• Growth in our communities locally, but also thinking globally
• Company gatherings, happy hours, social interaction to build strong work relationships.
• Regional networking
• Young Professional Groups (YP)

All applicants must submit a copy of their transcript (official or unofficial) with their application.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.