School of Environmental Studies

Internships:

GIS

GIS Intern Tennessee State Parks and Conservation in Nashville, TN Description: This internship will be working virtually with the Office of Strategic and Support/GIS based in our Central Office in downtown Nashville. The goal of this Office is to provide better data management and more accurate analyses for data-driven decision making in the divisions of State Parks and Conservation.

Environmental Studies/Science

Bradford Woods Summer 2024 Internship in Martinsville, IN Description: Bradford Woods is Indiana University's Outdoor Center and is supported by the Riley Children's Foundation and Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis. Bradford Woods operates 10 weeks of summer camp for people with disabilities and chronic illnesses. Bradford Woods has proven to be an excellent opportunity for students in the field of Environmental Sciences. Bradford Woods has also served as an internship and practicum site for many students.
Del Conca USA Environmental, Health, and Safety Intern in Loudon, TN Description: Del Conca USA’s growing porcelain ceramic manufacturing company is looking for an Environmental, Health and Safety intern for Summer 2024. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications (found in link).
Internship Division of Water Resources Environmental Field Office in Cookeville, TN Description: Students will learn about conducting chemical and biological monitoring of local rivers/streams, understand guidelines for inspections of regulated facilities, and how our field team provides technical assistance to our multicounty customers to protect or improve water resources. 
Southeast Conservation Corps Internship in Chattanooga, TN Description: Several Crew positions available in multiple locations across the Southeast U.S.
Tennessee Leaders of Tomorrow Internship Description: An 8 week program offered in the spring, summer, and fall. Interns will have the opportunity to gain a better understanding of state government and important job skills, and participate in leadership development activities, including optional speaker series and special programing at the state capitol in Nashville.
Tennessee State Parks and Conservation Seasonal Interpreter Recreator (SIR) Description: We have amazing opportunities each summer for college students seeking degrees in general life sciences, forestry, wildlife, history, environmental science and other related degrees to work in our state parks handling a variety of responsibilities to support the needs of the park and their guests.

 

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ESS Current Job Openings:

Air or Water Quality Management

ERM Principal Consultant - Air Quality Engineer Description: ERM is seeking a Principal Air Quality Engineer Consultant to join our Air Quality & Climate Change technical team in Richmond, VA. In this role, you will be integral in leading the air team in Nashville, manage and contribute technically to challenging air quality compliance assurance, permitting, climate change, and related compliance projects in the chemical and manufacturing sectors and other industrial clients throughout the Southeast and Gulf areas, as well as other national and international locations. The successful candidate will also network with ERM's national air quality technical team to share consulting opportunities, business relationships, and the application of best practices to address client needs. 
Fulton County GA-WATER QUALITY MANAGER Description: Ensures adherence to federal and state regulations related to water quality and wastewater treatment, interprets federal and state regulations for staff, and monitors staff activities to ensure compliance. Monitors wastewater treatment plant operations and recommends changes for improved plant performance to meet mandated permit requirements. Develops short- and long-range goals and objectives for assigned program. Monitors assigned program budget and reviews and approves expenditures. Salary: $62,544.00 - $93,816.00 Posting Date: 6/12/2023
Fulton County GA-WATER QUALITY SUPERVISOR Description: Ensures staff compliance with federal and state regulations governing the collection and testing of water and wastewater samples. Conducts chemical, biological, biochemical, and physical analyses of water and wastewater samples to ensure that water and wastewater quality meets federal and state standards. Prepares reports on water and wastewater analyses for submission to federal and/or state agencies. Maintains files and prepares reports on field and laboratory activities, safety procedures, and proper chemical use and storage. Plans and conducts safety seminars for assigned staff on appropriate testing techniques and the use of chemicals. Salary: $51,958.00 - $77,936.00 Posting Date: 6/12/2023    
TriAD Environmental Consultants Air Quality Scientist in Nashville, TN Description: TriAD is seeking an Air Quality Scientist for employment in the Nashville TN office. As an Air Quality Scientist, you will have the opportunity to support the development and implementation of environmental compliance and management solutions for our clients. In this position you will conduct air permitting for Title V Major and Minor Sources, perform emission calculations, conduct air quality compliance audits, perform air dispersion modeling, evaluate compliance with permit conditions and applicable regulations, review State and Federal regulations, assist with the quality of deliverables, schedule and budget.
Weston Solutions Environmental Field Technician in Houston, TX
Description: The Technician III will provide routine assistance to project staff. Function is to properly collect samples, participate in field activities, analyze samples in the field or laboratory, perform calculations, organize results, keep work areas in order, and maintain equipment. When applied to research organization unit's function, can focus on data retrieval/entry, performing and checking calculations, etc. Salary: $38,500 - $51,300 - $64,100. Referring employee: Megan Brooks (please email when applying at Megan.Brooks@WestonSolutions.com)

Conservation Planning

Weston Solutions Environmental Scientist/Task Manager (multiple locations) Description: The Environmental Scientist will serve as a Task Manager assisting Project Managers in project scope and budget development, subcontractor procurement, project planning and task management, reporting, and closeout. As a task manager, you will apply your existing knowledge and develop new skills while working on a variety of challenging environmental and construction projects. Salary: $48,000 - $64,100 - $80,000

Environmental Education and Communication

DJ & A NEPA Specialist and Technical Writer (multiple locations) Description: Employee would work as part of a dynamic NEPA documentation team completing analysis on projects across the U.S. related to land management, policy, and ecological restoration.
MDB, Inc. Environmental Justice and Community Outreach Specialist (remote) Description: The Environmental Justice and Community Outreach Specialist will be responsible for stakeholder and community engagement and outreach to disadvantaged communities. They will support a federal grants program, help with grants management, create outreach and communications materials to promote the program and share program information. They will also work directly with external clients and stakeholders. 

Environmental Law

CDM Smith Environmental Planning Specialist in Nashville, TN Description: Conducts site inspections and ensures that any proposed project actions comply with environmental, floodplain, historic preservation laws, regulations, and executive orders.

Environmental Remediation

ERM Senior Environmental Remediation Manager Description: As a Senior Environmental Consultant, you will contribute your leadership, client relationships and technical consulting skills to support the growth of ERM’s business and client base in Northern California. This is an excellent opportunity for an advanced mid to senior professional looking to advance their career level with a global environmental leader. Salary: $85,510 – $100,316
TERRA Environmental LLC Environmental Professionals Description: TERRA Environmental is seeking Environmental Professionals (ALL LEVELS) with a proven track record of continued growth and success. Oversee and manage diverse environmental assessment and remediation projects. Analyze laboratory and engineering data. Collaborate on regulatory and summary reports for senior review. 
Weston Solutions Associate Scientist or Geoscientist in West Chester, PA
Description: The Associate Scientist or Geoscientist will support environmental assessment, remedial investigation and remediation projects by performing field assignments including site assessment, sample collection, subcontractor and personnel supervision, and remediation oversight.  They are technically responsible to a more senior scientist or project manager to provide accurate and pertinent scientific data according to agreed upon methods, within established project schedules, procedures, and techniques; and to provide sound conclusions and recommendations based upon field investigations and literature reviews. Salary: $36,600 - $48,900 - $61,100. Referring employee: Megan Brooks (please email when applying at Megan.Brooks@WestonSolutions.com)
Weston Solutions Environmental Scientist or Geoscientist in Minneapolis-Saint Paul, MN Description: The Associate Scientist or Geoscientist will support environmental assessment, remedial investigation and remediation projects by performing field assignments including site assessment, sample collection, subcontractor and personnel supervision, and remediation oversight.  They are technically responsible to a more senior scientist or project manager to provide accurate and pertinent scientific data according to agreed upon methods, within established project schedules, procedures, and techniques; and to provide sound conclusions and recommendations based upon field investigations and literature reviews. Salary: $48,000 - $64,100 - $80,000
Weston Solutions Senior Environmental Scientist (multiple locations) Description: WESTON® has an immediate opening for a Senior Environmental Specialist. The position will include field and office work managing field projects involving investigations and remediation of hazardous waste sites. Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, leading projects, performing sampling of environmental media (soil, water, waste, air, etc.), chemical and physical screening of samples in the field, shipping samples to laboratories for analysis, evaluating analytical results, and preparing reports of investigations and removal actions.  The position also includes participation as an on-call emergency responder, approximately 1 week per month, for assessment of oil and hazardous materials releases. This position requires the ability to travel. Salary: $75,000 - $100,100 - $125,000

GIS

Alpine Ocean Seismic Survey Senior Geophysicist in Norwood, NJ Description: Conduct field operations for geophysical survey projects and perform data processing tasks. both on board survey vessels and in the office. Collect, process and interpret geophysical data in one or more of the following market areas: Offshore Wind and/or O&G infrastructure projects, submarine cable/pipeline routing, civil engineering and/or environmental assessment projects. Set-up and operate geophysical survey equipment and survey vessel. Perform GIS data analysis. Posting Date: 5/6/23
Resource Data, Inc. Senior GIS Analyst/ Image Analyst in Anchorage, AK Description: As a Senior GIS Analyst / Image Analyst with Resource Data, you’ll help design and develop geospatial data and geospatial solutions that elevates enterprise geospatial systems efficiency, performance, and value. You’ll join a team of high-achieving technical consulting professionals and help provide solutions to our client’s most challenging enterprise geospatial problems. Posting Date: 5/6/23 Salary: $79,000 - $100,000

Waste Management

Weston Solutions Environmental Scientist in Anchorage, AK Description: The position will include field and office work managing field projects involving investigations and remediation of hazardous waste sites. Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, leading projects, performing sampling of environmental media (soil, water, waste, air, etc.), chemical and physical screening of samples in the field, shipping samples to laboratories for analysis, evaluating analytical results, and preparing reports of investigations and removal actions.  The position also includes participation as an on-call emergency responder, approximately 1 week per month, for assessment of oil and hazardous materials releases. This position requires the ability to travel. Salary: $59,000 - $78,800 - $98,300. Referring employee: Megan Brooks (please email when applying at Megan.Brooks@WestonSolutions.com)
Weston Solutions Environmental Scientist or Geoscientist in Houston, TX Description: The position will include field and office work managing field projects involving investigations and remediation of hazardous waste sites. Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, leading projects performing sampling environmental media (soil, water, waste, air, etc.), chemical and physical screening of samples in the field, shipping samples to laboratories for analysis, evaluating analytical results, and preparing reports of investigations and removal actions.  The position also includes participation as an on-call emergency responder, approximately 1 week per month, for assessment of oil and hazardous materials releases. This position requires the ability to travel up to 50%.  Salary: $59,000 - $78,800 - $98,300
WGM Inc. Sanitarian/Onsite Sewer & Water Engineer in Missoula, MT Description: The Sanitarian performs technical and regulatory work in consultation with senior engineers to support land development projects. This position applies for and obtains permits for disposal systems and water supplies in accordance with applicable rules and regulations as set forth by Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and local authorities. Posting Date: 5/18/23 Salary: $55,000 - $90,000

 

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