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Environmental Science Intern

CompanyArcadis
LocationChicago
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 14, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support environmental communications, manage data, and assist in writing technical reports and proposals. They will also coordinate work schedules and conduct project-related research.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$18 - $33
Company Size
40467
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Arcadis is a leading global partner, delivering transformative projects with businesses, cities and industries. With 36,000 people active in more than 30 countries, we bring together the best minds from around the world to deliver intelligent products and solutions that address the challenges of climate, energy security and diversification, and livable cities. We take design, engineering, architecture and consultancy to the next level, advising clients at every step of every project. From strategy and planning through to implementation and delivery, we combine our human and digital intelligence to co-create environments that reflect our clients’ business and stakeholder needs. From creating a citywide sustainable legacy during and after the Paris Olympics to revolutionizing urban transit worldwide with metro systems from Sydney to Toronto, or securing clean drinking water for communities across more than 30 U.S. states, our world-changing solutions leave a positive and lasting impact. Our work has helped more than a third of the world's communities become more resilient, and hundreds of clients to advance their decarbonization and net-zero goals. Together, we are committed to solving today's greatest problems; creating a blueprint for a better future, designed to thrive. Arcadis. Improving quality of life.
About the Role
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together. Role description: Arcadis is seeking a detail oriented, well organized, dependable Geology Environmental Science or Environmental Engineering intern to join our Chicago, IL office in Summer 2026. This internship opportunity requires attention to detail, strong work ethic, and excellent communication skills. Role accountabilities: Office responsibilities may include the following: Support environmental communications Data management (compilation, manipulation, and evaluation of data) Assisting with writing and preparing technical reports, work plans, letters, and memoranda Preparing cost estimates and proposals Coordinating work schedules with subcontractors Conducting project related research (historical data, regulations, etc.) and preparing periodic status/program reports Figure/map/boring log production While this role will be predominantly office-based, the candidate may have limited exposure to field activities which may include the following: Oversight of drilling operations (installing monitoring wells and soil or rock descriptions) Soil, groundwater, and air sampling in compliance with State and Federal standards Emergency response Operation and maintenance of subsurface remediation systems which may include aquifer pump testing Subcontractor oversight Underground and above ground storage tank inspection, testing, and repair/alteration oversight Qualifications & Experience: Pursuing a BS in Geology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or related science discipline. Why Arcadis? We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It's why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together. You'll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you'll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you. Together, we can create a lasting legacy. Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy. Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Arcadis offers benefits for part-time, as needed positions. These benefits include EAP, 401K, and optional wellbeing benefits. The salary range for this position is $18.30- 33.30/ hour. LI-RV1 EarlyCareersANA Resilience-ANA Environment-ANA
Key Skills
Attention To DetailStrong Work EthicExcellent Communication SkillsData ManagementTechnical WritingCost EstimationResearchProject Coordination
Categories
Environmental & SustainabilityScience & ResearchEngineering
Benefits
EAP401KOptional Wellbeing Benefits