Environmental Intern, Wetlands

About the Role

The Environmental Wetlands Intern will join a team of wetland scientists and ecologists supporting jurisdictional determinations, wetland delineations, and permitting for utility-scale wind, solar, and battery energy storage projects. Projects range from single-parcel delineations to large, multi-county surveys for renewable energy developers, IPPs, and utility clients. This position offers a direct opportunity to apply wetland science and ecology coursework to real-world renewable energy siting and construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in field wetland delineations using the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers methodology, including soil, vegetation, and hydrology assessments.
• Collect and record data on wetland boundaries, soil pits, and plant community composition using GPS and mobile data collection tools.
• Support the preparation of wetland delineation reports, jurisdictional determination requests, and permit applications.
• Assist with stream and waterbody assessments, including ordinary high water mark determinations.
• Help maintain field equipment, data forms, and project files to support quality control and agency review.
• Travel to project sites, often in remote or rural locations, to support field data collection alongside senior staff.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Wetland Science, Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, or a related field.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, agency representatives, and project team members.
• Willingness to learn in a flexible, cross-disciplinary work environment.
• Willingness to perform physically demanding fieldwork in varied outdoor and weather conditions, including walking long distances over uneven terrain.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant industry experience through coursework, field research, or prior internships in wetland delineation, botany, or soil science.
• Experience with GPS/GIS data collection tools (e.g., Trimble, ArcGIS Field Maps) or familiarity with the National Wetland Plant List and USDA soil surveys.

Salary: $18-$23