Engineering Intern

Discover a transformative opportunity with SWCA Environmental Consultants We‘re actively seeking a vibrant Engineering Intern (Civil or Environmental) to join our Summer 2025 team in Pittsburgh. Dive into a dynamic role that spans both office and field projects, offering a unique chance to collaborate with talented, multi-disciplinary engineering professionals.

As an Engineering Intern, you‘ll unleash your passion for civil engineering, backed by a positive attitude, a hunger for learning, flexibility, and excellent communication skills. This internship isn‘t just a job; it‘s your gateway to a thriving career in the consulting field, guided by leadership dedicated to nurturing your professional growth.

Picture your summer filled with exciting challenges, starting on June 2, 2025 to mid-August 2025. Early starters before June 2, 2025 and those keen on extending beyond August are welcomed and may add even more value. But it‘s not just about the work - our internship program goes beyond projects, featuring regular presentations by SWCA leaders.

This is a paid, full-time internship opportunity offering a competitive $23.00 per hour. Join us for an enriching experience where you‘ll gain hands-on insights and valuable skills in the vibrant world of environmental consulting.

Please submit a cover letter to be considered for this position.

Application deadline: Our team will begin reviewing applications immediately, and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basis. The application process will remain open until we have received a robust pool of qualified candidates. Once we have identified suitable individuals, we may close the application process without prior notice. We appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission.

Our Vision (the North Star): Help drive SWCA to be the best workplace and industry leader in sustainability, bringing sound science and creative solutions to global environmental challenges while maintaining a dedication to employee-ownership.

Core Values: We are #OneSWCA and collaborate across all our offices, programs, and disciplines. We are #AlwaysLearning, we #NeverSettle, and we #GiveBack. We are 100% employee-owned, and we build our success together. It is imperative for the successful candidate to fit SWCA‘s unique culture. Do you appreciate sustainability and environmental awareness? Is giving back to your community a priority? SWCA is a team of scientists, planners, technical experts, and corporate services professionals that are committed to our culture.

Purpose: Our company purpose is to preserve natural and cultural resources for tomorrow while enabling projects that benefit people today. You are invited to be a part of our success story.

As an Engineering Intern, you will:

1. Support project managers and field leads in various engineering projects (stream restoration, wetland restoration, site grading, stormwater management, inspections, etc.).
2. Engage in office tasks such as data clean-up, reporting, and other tasks supporting the Engineering team.
3. Conduct fieldwork across office locations and nearby states, including hiking for extended periods.
4. Work collaboratively with colleagues and independently when required.

Requirements:

1. Currently enrolled in a college or university, pursuing a bachelor‘s degree in civil or environmental engineering, or a related field, or a recent graduate within 12 months of May 1, 2025.
2. Master‘s degree candidates will also be considered; Ph.D. candidates are not eligible through this program.
3. Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D through classwork, projects, professional/intern experience, or volunteer work.
4. Ability to travel to the field 50%-75% of the time, including spending up to a week or two at a field location.
5. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software.
6. Valid driver‘s license and ability to safely operate a 4WD vehicle on remote backcountry roads.
7. Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail.
8. Willingness to learn new survey and monitoring techniques and protocols.

Helpful Skills:

1. Familiarity with GPS devices, digital data collection, and mapping software such as ArcGIS.
2. Technical writing experience.

SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a full spectrum of environmental services. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record‘s Top 200 Environmental Firms.

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SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees. In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges (above) on all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency. An engineering intern based on Pittsburgh, PA will be paid $23.0/hour.

EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. At SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to apply. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success.

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