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Environmental Science Field Intern – AB – Summer 2024

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Jacobs

Mar 8, 2024

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Science
    Sustainability
  • Calgary

Requirements

  • Must be in pursuit of a related college or university program (e.g. environmental engineering, geology, geoscience)
  • Must have completed at least 2 years of schooling and be returning to school in the Fall
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
  • Must hold a valid driver’s license in Canada 
  • Clean Driver’s abstract  
  • Ideally, you’ll also have: 
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA 
  • Interest and prior experience conducting fieldwork (e.g. through coursework or previous internships)
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Self-driven time management and organizational skills 
  • Ability to effectively interface with all levels of personnel and management.
  • Ability to work and thrive in a team environment.
  • Dedication to safety.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Positive attitude and ability to self-motivate and work productively with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

  • You’ll impact the world around you by helping us solve real-life challenges. YOU are the future of our company. We’ll rely on you to provide support to our teams on critical projects while fostering a culture of continuous learning as you bring fresh ideas to the table. You’ll work with a knowledgeable and multi-disciplinary collaborative team as you support projects through field data collection efforts, data management, and assisting with a variety of technical deliverables. This is a field-heavy position and is anticipated to be comprised of 80% travel (up to 18 days at a time) and 20% office work.
  • Pave the way for your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.  Safety will be your priority, as you contribute to “incident free” operations and maintain the highest standards of Health & Safety in everything you do.
  • You’ll be working on site characterization and remediation projects for government and private-sector clients. You’ll gain valuable field experience with environmental sampling techniques with various media (e.g., soil, soil vapor, groundwater, surface water and sediment) investigations, data assessments/evaluations, and remediation technologies.
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Jacobs

Challenging today. Reinventing tomorrow.

Engineering & Construction
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1947
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Jacobs is a global engineering and consulting firm that provides innovative solutions for complex challenges in various industries, including infrastructure, water, transportation, energy, and more. They offer a wide range of services, such as engineering design, construction management, environmental consulting, and digital solutions. Their ultimate mission is to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions that positively impact communities and improve people's lives. Jacobs aims to be a trusted partner, driving positive change and shaping a better future through their expertise, technical excellence, and commitment to safety and sustainability.

Culture & Values

  • We do things right

    We always act with integrity – taking responsibility for our work, caring for our people and staying focused on safety and sustainability. We make investments in our clients, people and communities, so we can grow together.

  • We aim higher

    We do not settle – always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We are committed to our clients by bringing innovative solutions that lead to profitable growth and shared success.

  • We challenge the accepted

    We know that to create a better future, we must ask the difficult questions. We always stay curious and are not afraid to try new things

  • We live inclusion

    We put people at the heart of our business. We have an unparalleled focus on inclusion with a diverse team of visionaries, thinkers and doers. We embrace all perspectives, collaborating to make a positive impact.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance

  • Mental and physical health support

  • Personalized financial counseling

  • Retirement planning and an employee stock purchase plan

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Competitive parental leave

  • Family planning and reproductive health benefits

  • Resources for parents and caregivers

  • Continued investment in your career advancement

  • Active employee networks and community systems

  • Giving back and volunteering support

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