Environmental Intern

The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking an Environmental Intern in our Bismarck, North Dakota, office to facilitate environmental compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations for public and private clients across all of our Lifeline Sectors: Transportation, Renewables, Power, and Water. Our goal is to assist clients with developing an approach to environmental compliance and due diligence that balances development with natural and cultural resources protection.

The Environmental Intern will support new and existing projects. Interest in environmental analysis, compliance, and public/stakeholder involvement is desired. The applicant will preferably have had exposure to National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), wetland delineation, biological resources, and/or environmental due diligence surveys/documentation/approvals. This team member may have limited direct contact with regulatory agencies and clients. This person will also work with multidisciplinary project teams, with proven experience as a team player through the process. Candidate should be interested in understanding Ulteig’s client base and industry presence. The successful candidate must also be detail oriented, have strong oral and written communication skills, and be able to prioritize and work simultaneously on multiple projects.

 

What You'll Do

• Participate in multi-disciplinary teams for the purpose of preparing reports (e.g., NEPA documents, wetland delineation reports, biological assessments, noise analysis, environmental site assessments, etc.) and environmental permit applications in support of projects for various industries and markets
• Review and interpret data as part of new or ongoing investigations, mitigation, or monitoring projects
• Participate in project field efforts (wildlife, botanical, water, etc.)
• Communicate scientific and technical information to the project team
• Contribute to environmental reports and related materials
• Assist public and private clients with permit coordination, acquisition, and compliance
• Develop lasting professional relationships with current clients through quality client support
• Adhere to scopes of services, schedules, and budgets

 

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor's (or advanced) degree in progress in environmental science, environmental planning, environmental policy, biology, wildlife management, range management, natural resources management, or related field
• 0+ years of related experience
• Basic understanding of relevant Federal, State, and Local regulations (e.g., NEPA; Endangered Species Act [ESA]; Clean Water Act [CWA]; Clean Air Act [CAA]; National Historic Preservation Act [NHPA]; Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act [CERCLA]; Resource Conservation and Recovery Act [RCRA]) as they relate to environmental review and approval/permitting of projects
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Effective time-management, written communication, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively independently and in team situations as well as establish strong relationships with other teams
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and applicable industry-related software packages
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the US

 

As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box – because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don’t want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members. 

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

For 75 years, we’ve built a culture focused on people – both our clients and our employees. We realize that a huge part of our success has relied heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. Being 100% employee-owned means, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members:

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world’s critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources