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Tetra Tech · 10 hours ago

Environmental Professional Intern (Surface Water/Groundwater Monitoring Team) Los Alamos, NM

Los Alamos, New Mexico, United States

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$20/hr - $24/hr

Tetra Tech is a leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. The Environmental Professional Intern will assist with fieldwork related to groundwater and surface water monitoring, including sample collection and maintenance of equipment, while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.

ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringInfrastructureNatural ResourcesRenewable Energy

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist in the collection of groundwater or storm & surface water samples, and maintenance of sample collection equipment and storm water controls

Assist in processing water samples to prepare for shipping and analysis

Assist in the operation and maintenance of stream gaging stations including routine inspections, troubleshooting equipment, and flow measurements as applicable

Assist in the completion of field work, including site inspections and construction verifications and/or documenting work completed

Maintain quality control throughout the sample collection process

Support the project with requesting site access, data entry, and report preparation, as needed

Comply with all health & safety policies and practices

Other duties in support of the Water Program as assigned

Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards

Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness

Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns

Additional duties as required

Qualification

Groundwater samplingSurface water samplingData entrySite inspectionsEquipment maintenanceTeamworkCommunication skillsProblem-solving

Required

Skill and ability to perform basic tasks and to analyze and develop innovative solutions to problems

Ability to work with broad objectives, with latitude to determine the best way to accomplish tasks

Level of language skills, mathematical skills, communication skills, reasoning ability and computer skills necessary to perform essential functions of the job

Ability to work in a team-oriented project environment

A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed

Must be a U.S Citizen