Job DescriptionEnvironmental Specialist Intern
Job Locations
US-WA-Seattle | US-WA-Renton
ID
2024-5753
Category
Internships
Position Type
Intern
Division : Name
Northwest
Employment Status
Intern
Overview
Provide technical input on environmental monitoring and design or construction methods to ensure compliance with environmental specifications or regulatory standards.
What you will be doing
Audits, analyzes and reports environmental performance to internal and external clients and regulatory bodies.
Assists in groundcover applications and soil sampling
Aids with erosion control inspections
Maintain Erosion and sediment control devices
Works with design and construction team advising how to avoid and minimize adverse environmental effects.
Carries out impact assessments to identify, assess and reduce the organization's environmental risks and financial costs.
Writes environmental reports for supervisor review and leadership presentation.
Promotes and raises awareness, at all levels of the organization, of the impact of emerging environmental issues, whether legislative or best practice.
Coordinates public hearings and consultations on environmental matters.
Participates in environmental education and research.
Maintains knowledge of Company's values and strategic plan.
Support published corporate policies.
Perform additional assignments per management's direction.
What we are looking for
Environmental Compliance Interns/co-ops are required to be currently enrolled in Environmental Sciences, Ecology, or a similar program at an accredited technical college or university.
Basic understanding of Sustainable Business Practices
Must be self-motivated and results oriented
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Experience working in a team environment
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Must have strong judgment and highly responsible
Why work for us
Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:
Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vison and/or Provincial Medical
Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Salary Min
USD $24.00/Hr.
Salary Max
USD $28.00/Hr.
We are an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.