WSP in the U.S. · 4 hours ago
Natural Resources Intern - Summer 2026
St Louis, MO
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$20.87/hr - $27.50/hr
Start in 2026 SummerWSP USA is hosting internships across the United States to provide meaningful work experience for students. The Natural Resources Intern will support various tasks related to natural resources and biological science while gaining hands-on experience in compliance projects.
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Responsibilities
Support a variety of Natural Resources-focused tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills
Learn basic principles of applying natural resources and biological science in the professional consultant workspace
Assist with project research, field work, and technical report writing for a variety of private, federal and/or state compliance projects
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Complete training on assigned tasks
Learn about the regulatory framework established by the U.S. EPA, United States Fish & Wildlife Service, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, State agencies, State Water Boards, Department of Defense, and other relevant agencies
Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation, such as project notes, field notes, meeting minutes, quality control documentation, and standard operating procedures
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Qualification
Required
Actively enrolled in an accredited Environmental Science, Natural Resources-specific program such as Biology, Fisheries & Wildlife, Botany or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later
Must be 18 or older
Demonstrated interest in Environmental Science, Wildlife Biology, Fisheries Science, Botany, Herpetology or related field, and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP's work and projects
Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally
Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to executive projects
Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools
Travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements
Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship
Preferred
Actively enrolled in an accredited Environmental Science, Biology, Fisheries & Wildlife Science, Botany, Natural Resources-specific program or related Masters or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later
Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus
Actively participates in local professional organizations
Company
WSP in the U.S.
What if you could shape built and natural environments – and the future of those that use them? With us, you can.
Founded in 1980
10001+ employees
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