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Intern - Environmental Science/Engineering at Tetra Tech, Inc.

Posted in General Business 30+ days ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: Chicago, Illinois





Job Description:


Discover your full potential! At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science.

Job Description:

Tetra Tech's downtown Chicago, IL office is seeking an engineering or environmental science intern to learn the general principles of environmental consulting and develop skills related to their program of study. This individual will have the opportunity to work on projects in a variety of areas in environmental consulting including:


  • Natural resource management.
  • Environmental Engineering.
  • Disaster management planning.
  • Hazardous waste management.

Tasks will Include, but are not limited to:


  • Data management and organizaiton.
  • Interpret and record data, conduct analyses.
  • Field Support.
  • Will work under supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member.
  • Assist with report production and file management activities.

Desired Skills/Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be a Junior or Senior working toward a BS/BA degree in a relevant scientific discipline such as environmental science, environmental engineering, or geology. In addition, the successful candidate will have/be:


  • Currently in pursuit of, or recently obtained, a BS/BA or MS in relevant scientific discipline (e.g., environmental science, geology, environmental engineering, chemistry, data management or other scientific field).
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • A problem solver and have an interest and ability to work in a collaborative manner, and flexibility to adapt to changing situations.
  • Strong technical writing skills.
  • This position requires you to drive on a regular basis and will require passing a motor vehicle record (MVR) background check.
  • Enthusiasm, resourcefulness, and a positive attitude.
  • Must be highly motivated and work well in a team environment.
  • Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet software, and databases preferred.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees-20,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers . Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

Twitter: @TetraTechJobs

Facebook: @TetraTechCareers

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.

Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.





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