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Summer Internship - Field Environmental Scientist

CompanyApex Companies
LocationManassas
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 13, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will work in the field supporting environmental and Industrial Hygiene projects, potentially involving tasks like mold sampling, stormwater work, and wastewater sampling. Responsibilities also include writing technical reports and following direction from a supervisor to perform various field duties.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
1620
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Who is Apex? We’re a team of award-winning professionals who tackle environmental challenges to save our clients time and money. If you’re seeking responsive service and real-time results, contact us! We’d be happy to help. If you provide that caliber of technical excellence, contact us as well! We’re always seeking top talent. Our competitors tout results. We deliver them. We saved one client over $30M while helping them achieve local community support and national recognition. But don’t take our word for it. Ask our clients. Partner with Apex. Discover what sets us apart. You’ll be glad you did. About Apex Established in 1988, Apex is a national multidisciplinary consulting and engineering services firm with a robust portfolio of capabilities in water; environment; environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and resiliency; health and safety; compliance and assurance; and infrastructure. Rated #13 as an ENR All-Environmental firm and #68 in the top 200 overall, we are known for our technical expertise, rapid response, operational integrity, and exceptional client satisfaction. We operate in all 50 states and maintain a highly capable and diverse team of scientists, geologists, engineers, technicians, and information management specialists. At Apex, we pride ourselves on our culture of diversity and inclusion. We respect and appreciate the rich differences that race, gender identity and expression, family, sexual orientation, age, national origin, work experience, education, physical ability, and religion bring to the fabric of our organization. For Apex, it’s not just a box to check. We believe it’s the collaborative foundation that drives our success.
About the Role

Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Apex!

Powered by record sales, extraordinary client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US. We were recently recognized by the Zweig Group as one of the fastest growing firms in the AEC industry. We take pride in providing our clients with exceptional service and have earned numerous awards for project excellence. We continue to grow, and we want you to grow with us.

Your Responsibilities as Field Environmental Scientist:

  • Work in the field supporting environmental and Industrial Hygiene projects
  • Could be involved with mold sampling, stormwater work, wastewater sampling
  • Write technical reports.
  • Take direction from supervisor to perform various field duties.
  • Actively develop your own career growth.

What we're looking for:

  • AA/BA/BS degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry or a related field of study.
  • 0-2 years of experience.
  • Basic environmental science knowledge.
  • Strong technical writing skills.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Awareness of safety standards and practices.
  • Good record keeping.
  • Valid driver's license and good driving record.
  • Own transportation.

Why you'll love working for us:

  • Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
  • Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
  • 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.
Apex Job Title: Intern - Field

Req ID: 11312

We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity and differences of our employees, customers, and communities. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Apex aims to make apexcos.com accessible to all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact Talent@apexcos.com or (301) 417-0200. Likewise, feel free to reach out to us if you would like to view or discuss Apex policy related to equal employment opportunity or have any related concerns. EO/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer

TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: Apex Companies does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes for any of our job postings to our career’s sites, or to any employees of Apex Companies or affiliates. Apex Companies is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Key Skills
Field WorkEnvironmental SamplingIndustrial HygieneMold SamplingStormwater WorkWastewater SamplingTechnical Report WritingMulti-taskingSafety Standards AwarenessRecord KeepingDrivingTransportation
Categories
Environmental & SustainabilityScience & ResearchEngineeringConsulting