Summer Environmental Field Technician Intern
Montrose Environmental Group Inc.

Job Info

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ABOUT YOU

Are you passionate about protecting the environment and ready to join an inclusive work environment, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, "Yes!" then we have an exciting career opportunity for you as a Summer Environmental Field Technician Intern.

Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients' decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.

We have over 90 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and approximately 3,500 employees - all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

Job Type: Summer Intern Full (60-90 day program)

Compensation: $18 - $20 per hour

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:

• Competitive compensation program with an hourly range from $18 to $20 per hour
  
• Sick time
  
• Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career
  
• Direct exposure to our industry's leading experts who are solving the world's toughest environmental challenges
  
• An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues
  
• Opportunities to engage and contribute to our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups
  

A DAY IN THE LIFE

Begin your journey outdoors! Our field technicians get hands-on experience collecting data while spending most of their time outdoors in a hardhat rather than in a cubicle.

As a key member of the Ambient team, this role will be responsible for a full range of duties including:

• Assist in preparation, deployment, and all sampling aspects of air monitoring activities.
  

• Independently and effectively assemble, operate, and troubleshoot ambient air testing equipment.
  
• Ensure project preparation is complete before going into the field; this includes preparation, sample organization, repair, and calibration.
  
• Practice safety methods and procedures, and report all potential dangers, hazards, or unsafe work practices to supervisor.
  
• Provide excellent customer service to all clients.
  
• Assist with shop and equipment maintenance.
  

Internship Program:

• Welcome Program with HR partners, Operations leaders, and a previous intern
  
• Mentorship and in-field training
  
• Career Guidance
  
• Mid and End of Session Evaluations
  
• Work on real project with significant level of business impact
  
• Discover which skills you need to develop through constructive feedback
  
• Develop valuable networks and contracts for future career opportunities
  

YOUR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. We are looking for ambitious students who are currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution and meet the following criteria:

• Ability to work in industrial settings & outdoors
  
• Ability to travel up to fifty percent of the time
  
• Valid driver's license
  

• Working knowledge of computer software, such as MS Office 365, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with proven time management and prioritization skills
  

Educational Requirements:

• To be eligible for an internship you should be an actively enrolled student in an Environmental or Science Focused degree program
  
• You must have a minimum Cumulative GPA (CGPA) of 3.2 and be a current junior or senior. (You are required to upload a copy of your most recent transcripts; as part of your application.)
  

Safety/Drug Screening:

• Capability to pass background checks and initial and random drug screening
  
• Must be able to successfully pass a urine, alcohol, and hair test
  
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders and work from heights
  
• Ability to pass an OSHA Respiratory Protection Medical Evaluation, and don respiratory equipment
  

Soft Skills:

• Excellent organizational, communication and time management skills
  
• Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel/management
  
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
  
• Able to work independently, managing multiple responsibilities (i.e., self-starter, self-motivated)
  
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
  
• Ability to think and act strategically and proactively
  
• Resourcefulness, flexibility, and resiliency to operate in a dynamic work environment
  

Schedule/Essential Physical Functions Disclaimer:

The schedule and essential physical functions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

• Some shifts will require working alone
  
• Must have the ability to lift 20-30 pounds using Company provided equipment
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 or careers@montrose-env.com for assistance.

MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER

We are going to be blunt - the way we work may not suit everyone. We are a fast-paced,dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues and its service providers. Therefore, if freedom, autonomy, and head-scratching professional challenges attract you, we could be the perfect match made in heaven.

Want to know more about us? Visit montrose-env.com and have fun!

Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.

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