Environmental Planning Intern - Summer… at WSP in the U.S. · St Louis

Summary: WSP USA is hosting a summer internship program for students to gain hands-on experience in environmental planning. The Environmental Planning Intern will provide technical assistance in assessing environmental impacts and support the development of environmental evaluations and reports under the guidance of senior staff. Responsibilities: - Under direct supervision, assist with preparing NEPA environmental assessments and environmental impact statements, impact assessments, environmental survey reports, data entry, and permitting documentation for assigned tasks (e.g., NEPA, Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act permitting, nuclear licensing, etc.) - Understanding of impact assessment methodologies and excellent scientific research and/or writing skills - Under general supervision, assist with field and desktop collection, identification, and compilation of observational, spatial, operations, and environmental data from multiple matrices for projects, research, and surveys - Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, demographics, patterns and trends, and statistical analysis of environmental data - Assist with performing basic professional environmental planning work relating to ecological systems, habitats, air, and water resources, assisting with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing entry-level technical assistance on various environmental issues - Utilize the latest technologies and techniques in performing studies and analysis of habitats, sites, and potential impacts to the health of the environment and the population - Support preparation for and participation in client meetings and public information meetings; organize public comment databases; review and respond to public comments - Ability to complete training and meet project schedules on assigned tasks - 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 - Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs Required Qualifications: - Actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate degree in Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, Environmental Science, Biological Science, Geology, Water Resources, Natural Resources, or a related field with an anticipated graduation date of August 2026 or later - Must be 18 or older - Demonstrated interest in Environmental Planning or related field and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP's work and projects - Competent interpersonal and communications skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience - Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to execute projects - Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spread sheets, technology, and tools - Analytical skills, and familiarity with research techniques, local/regional ecology and habitats, and applicable Regional/State/Federal regulatory framework - Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment - Familiarity with office automation and communication software, technology, and document formatting and management (i.e., Microsoft, Adobe Professional, Google Earth) - Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives - Possible overnight travel and/or field survey work may be required depending on project-specific requirements - 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 Qualifications: - Experience in Environmental Consulting or Planning is preferred - Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus Required Skills: Environmental Planning, NEPA Process Important Skills: Data Collection, Analytical Skills, Technical Writing Nice-to-Have Skills: Self-leadership, Multi-tasking, Office Automation, Research Techniques, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Teamwork, Attention to Detail Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer