Ecology Intern

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

Spend the summer with our ecology group! Our team is ramping up for the summer construction season and is seeking a highly skilled undergraduate or recent college graduate to participate in our summer internship program. You will start work in May and have the opportunity to participate in the ecology process for GDOT transportation projects as well as various local/private development projects, a great opportunity for anyone looking for a career in transportation ecology, biology, environmental engineering, or just wanting to expand your knowledge and experience on career path. Your home base will be the Duluth, Georgia office and this position will be a mix of office and field work, and may require travel to various regions of Georgia. Daily tasks include assisting with stream and wetland surveys, protected species identification, habitat assessment, background research for surveys, and preparation of various ecology documents. If you are a highly motivated undergraduate or recent college graduate looking for a head start in your career, apply to this position now!

Core Responsibilities

• Assist with natural resources surveys in Georgia including identification and delineation of wetlands and streams, protected species, and habitat assessment surveys.

• Assist with other environmental departments as needed.

• Compile and process field data.

• Assist in preparation of reports.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Pursuing or recently obtained a bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, forestry, fisheries science, biology, or a related field.

• In good standing with the college or university and completed a minimum of two years of study.

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

• Ability to collect data as part of a team in the field.

• Familiarity with ARCGIS and GPS devices.

• Ability to organize and manage collected data, including familiarity with spreadsheets or database software.

• Strong attention to detail for accurate data collection, adherence to protocols, and documentation of observations.

• Ability to troubleshoot common issues encountered during fieldwork.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills for reporting findings and collaborating with team members.

• Understanding of field safety protocols, ability to travel up to 25% of the time, and ability to work in difficult terrain and various weather conditions.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

• Belonging: We su