Environmental Intern (NEPA/Infrastructure)

Atlas Atlas • Redmond, WA

7d • $23 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

About Atlas Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyones responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project. Job Description Spend the summer with our group! Our team is ramping up for the summer construction season and is seeking a highly skilled undergraduate to participate in our summer internship program. You will start work in May and have the opportunity to participate in WSDOT's culvert replacement and fish habitat improvement program, a great opportunity for anyone looking for a career in restoration, biology or environmental engineering or just wanting to expand your knowledge and experience in that career path. While your home base will be the Redmond or Fife office, this is primarily a field position and may require travel to the Olympic or Kitsap Peninsulas, for up to a week at a time. If you are a highly motivated undergraduate looking for a head start in your career, apply to this position now!

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelors degree in a relevant engineering, environmental, or natural science field and in good academic standing with at least two years completed.
• Valid drivers license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to collect data in teams during fieldwork.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Office products, including data organization and management.
• CESCL certification required or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire, with safety awareness for environmental fieldwork.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather and difficult terrain, support overnight fieldwork on the Kitsap or Olympic Peninsulas, and availability for a seasonal position lasting 1016 weeks.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with field data collection tools such as GPS devices, sensors, sampling equipment, and data loggers preferred.
• Prior fieldwork experience or coursework, including sampling techniques, specimen collection, and data recording, is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and adaptability to unpredictable field conditions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including technical or academic writing proficiency as a plus.

Responsibilities

• Documenting temporary erosion and sediment control best management practices.
• Preparing daily inspection reports, collecting tree inventory data.
• Assisting with wetland delineation, assisting with construction of fish block nets.
• Live capture and release of fish for stream restoration projects.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our quality of life core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern