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This role offers a dynamic mix of office and field experience, giving you the chance to collaborate with talented, multi-disciplinary engineering professionals.\nAs an Intern, you will apply your passion for environmental engineering in real-world projects, while building critical skills in communication, problem-solving, and teamwork. We are looking for students with a positive attitude, eagerness to learn, flexibility, and strong collaboration skills.\nApplication Deadline: This posting will come down 11/13.\nAbout SWCA\nSWCA Environmental Consultants is a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm providing full spectrum environmental services across the United States. Our North Star is to be the best place to work and a leader in sustainability, delivering sound science and creative solutions to complex environmental challenges.\nWe are guided by our core values every day. We collaborate as #OneSWCA, we are #AlwaysLearning, we #NeverSettle, and we #GiveBack to our communities. With offices nationwide, SWCA offers a collaborative, team focused environment where employees can build meaningful and long-term careers.\nWhat you will accomplish\nSupport project managers and field lead in various engineering projects (stream restoration, wetland restoration, site grading, stormwater management, inspections, etc.).\nEngage in office tasks such as data clean-up, reporting, and other tasks supporting the Engineering team.\nConduct fieldwork across office locations and nearby states, including hiking for extended periods.\nWork collaboratively with colleagues and independently when required.\nMinimum Qualifications\nCurrently enrolled in a college or university, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering, or a related field. In addition, the individual must have completed their first year of their engineering curriculum. Master's degree candidates will also be considered; Ph.D. candidates are not eligible through this program. Students who have completed at least their sophomore year in college/university are highly preferred.\nExperience and qualifications for success\nEnrollment in a co-op program integrated into your university curriculum is required.\nAbility to travel to the field approximately 50% of the time, including spending up to a week or two at a project location.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.\nValid driver’s license and ability to safely operate a 4WD vehicle in remote or backcountry conditions.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nExperience with AutoCAD Civil 3D through coursework, projects, co-op experience, or volunteer work.\nFamiliarity with GPS devices, digital data collection, and mapping software such as ArcGIS.\nExperience with technical writing or preparing reports.\nOther Job Conditions\nApplicants must possess a valid driver's license and meet SWCA's driver requirements.\nThis position may require domestic travel, including travel by commercial airline. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain all valid travel documents and identification required for work-related travel throughout the duration of employment.\nAdheres to the safety program and looks out for the safety of others, promptly communicating and mitigating safety hazards.\nPay Range\nSWCA is committed to salary equity and transparency. The expected pay range for this Chicago, IL based position is $25.20 per hour. Actual pay may vary based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law.\nThis position offers flexibility, paid wellness time, and opportunities to build technical skills and gain experience across a variety of environmental projects. Learn more about our On-Demand Employee Benefits and Career Development Guide.\nClosing\nIf you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact  or call 1 480 581 5378. If you require assistance with the application process, please contact .\nUse of Technology in Hiring\nSWCA may use approved technology, including AI-assisted tools, to support parts of the application and recruiting process. All selection and hiring decisions are made by SWCA employees, and candidates are not selected or rejected by automated systems. We are committed to a fair, transparent, and human-centered hiring experience.\nCandidate Use of AI\nCandidates may use AI tools to help prepare application materials and interviews. However, all application materials, assessments, and interview responses must accurately reflect their own experience, skills, and qualifications. AI must not be used to fabricate experience, complete assessments on their behalf, or otherwise misrepresent their background or abilities.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nSWCA Environmental Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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