Environmental Intern

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are 'People Focused and Project Driven'. We have been in business for more than 105 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world!

We are currently seeking Interns to work with the Environmental team in our Richmond, VA office.

Responsibilities will include providing assistance with the following tasks: 

• State and federal environmental documentation (including NEPA preparation)
• Socioeconomic analysis (including environmental justice)
• Wetland delineations
• Stream assessments
• Threatened and endangered species habitat evaluations and surveys 
• Clean Water Act Section 404/401 permitting 
• Periodic travel (including overnight) may be required when assisting with field work, as needed.

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Planning or similar field (Bachelor of Science preferred).
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and manage time accordingly.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others.
• Willingness to take on new challenges and learn more while working on these challenges.
• Willingness to work in challenging outdoor environments, including high temperatures and steep terrain.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experience working with ESRI ArcGIS software preferred.

Required Submissions:

• Resume
• A copy of current, or most recent, school transcript

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

***** Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position *****