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Environmental Planning Intern - Phoenix

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AECOM

Nov 16, 2023

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Engineering
    Sustainability
  • Phoenix

Requirements

  • Candidates must be currently enrolled in a university program pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences, Planning, Geography, or a related field with the intent to continue after the internship, unless graduating.
  • Candidates must have completed three years of study in their program.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strong technical writing skills and attention to detail.
  • Basic knowledge of environmental, sustainability, and transportation planning topics.
  • Related experience through internships or past employment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Proficiency with Geographic Information Systems, including ArcMap and ArcGIS Online.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
  • Valid U.S. Driver’s License preferred to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices when public transportation is not available. Selected candidate will undergo a Motor Vehicle Records review.

Responsibilities

  • Conducting research, data reviews, and analysis to determine potential environmental effects.
  • Preparing text, maps, and graphics for National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents and permits.
  • Interprets and compares findings of relevant studies for compliance with local, state, and federal requirements, standard procedures, and client expectations.
  • Collects a variety of technical and statistical data and prepares reports and maps on topics, such as census information, land use, and the natural environment.
  • Utilizes Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to analyze data and prepare detailed maps for use in reports.
  • Supports planning studies and reports.
  • Supports agency stakeholder and public engagement efforts.
  • Assists with other duties assigned by senior staff and/or Project Managers.

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Mission & Purpose

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022

Culture & Values

  • Safeguard

    We operate ethically and with integrity, while prioritizing safety and security in all that we do.

  • Innovate

    We think without limits and embrace new ideas, shaping digital solutions to help clients address current and future challenges.

  • Collaborate

    We connect unrivaled expertise from around the world to anticipate and solve our clients’ most pressing challenges.

  • Deliver

    We grow our business through relentless client focus, operational excellence and exceptional project execution.

  • Sustain

    We take action to make a positive impact on the planet, enrich the communities we touch and build legacies for future generations.

  • Thrive

    We build diverse teams, create an inclusive workplace and provide opportunities where each one of our people can reach their full potential.

Benefits

  • Bi-annual salary review while on the GDP

  • 25 days annual leave, plus all public holidays, and the opportunity to buy and sell holiday

  • Private medical insurance

  • Life assurance, income protection (permanent staff only)

  • Flexible benefits such as childcare vouchers and gym membership discount

  • Pension scheme that also gives you access to MyMoneyWorks, which is designed to help you plan for your future goals and provide guidance and information on a range of financial product

  • 15 days paid leave per annum for formally signed up reservists (AECOM is recognised as a Gold Employer by the Ministry of Defence for our work with the Armed Forces Covenant)