Category: Jobs – Internships/Co-ops

Internship: Inland Seas Education Association

Inland Seas Education Association is seeking two individuals for Great Lakes Education Intern positions, to help with ship and shore programming April 28 – August 15, 2025.

ISEA is a non-profit that teaches people about science and stewardship of the Great Lakes, on sailing vessels and outdoor classrooms. Applicants will be leading science programs for learners of all ages, and while previous sailing experience for applicants is not necessary, much of the education programs will be provided onboard our traditionally rigged schooners.

Programs can be both day sails around Grand Traverse Bay, as well as multi-day sails to away ports such as Detroit, MI, or Duluth, MN. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and team player, with enthusiasm for teaching about environmental science and the Great Lakes. Early career professionals and people looking to transition into environmental education are encouraged to apply.

Room and board is available on a needs basis. To read the full position description, please click here.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, until end-of-day February 9, 2025. Apply by email with resume and letter of interest.

Internship: Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA)

The internship will entail plant visits where the interns will learn about plant process equipment and help the team leaders audit & tag assets at different water/wastewater facilities.

This would be a great fit for anyone wanted to get into the water or wastewater space. Last year their interns spent 95% of their time working in their plants, doing real work. Very little typical intern busy work.

https://glwater.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/College-Intern-Asset-Management_R25_0000000015

Jobs Posting (Full time & Interns): Machin Engineering

Project Engineer – full time – civil/structural engineering background w/internships & related work experiences

Summer Intern – summer 2025 – civil/structural engineer background preferably with work experience, will consider strong/motivated candidates 

These positions are OPEN on Handshake currently, they are also able to reach out to Nathan Sodini (nathan@machinengineering.net) as well! 

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Internship: EGLE

EGLE just released its applications for summer internships, which is a 15-week intensive program where interns work approximately 29 hours per week. There are 20 positions available, split into 4 different categories, and all internships are paid at $20 per hour. For each category, there is a list of associated projects, which you should review and indicate your interest in when you apply for the internship type. If you have questions, please reach out to our Recruiting and Internship Specialist, Cindy Whittum, at WhittumC@michigan.gov or 517-914-6595.

Please share widely with college students in your lives! We very much hope that these internship opportunities can start young people on a pathway to a career with EGLE.

Environmental Policy & Leadership Internships (2 available)

Environmental Science Internships (13 available)

Environmental Engineering Internships (4 available)

Recruitment and Internship Program Internship (1 available)

Eileen Boekestein (she/her)

Environmental Education Manager

      Certified Environmental Educator (CEE-P)

Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy

Environmental Support Division

616-403-1615 | BoekesteinE@Michigan.gov

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Internship: City of De Pere

Summer 2025 Internship

Position: Engineering Aide 

Employer: City of De Pere, Wisconsin (near Green Bay)

Link to Applyhttps://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/deperewi/jobs/4719554/engineering-aide-summer-seasonal?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Duties: Performing construction observation, maintaining construction records, helping with surveys and construction staking, working with engineers/technicians, and assisting with computations in the office.

TRC – Internship Opportunities for Students!

We are actively seeking for an Environmental/Ecology Intern with a background in Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Biology, Ecology or any related major out and an Environmental Intern with a background in Chem/Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related field out of our West Allis, WI office and a Civil Engineering Intern out of our Madison, WI office. I was hoping that you could help me share this information or direct me to the best contact to do so. We have a robust internship program and hope to hire many talented students! They will get to work on billable projects with our clients and peers/leaders.  

Here is the link to our applications:  

Environmental Intern in West Allis, Wisconsin | TRC Companies, Inc.

Environmental/Ecology Intern in West Allis, Wisconsin | Careers at West Allis, WI

Civil Engineering Intern in Madison, Wisconsin | TRC Companies, Inc.

All Internship Openings across the U.S.:

TRC Companies Careers

TRC is a leading global engineering consulting firm with more than 150 offices in the States, England, Puerto Rico and China nearly 8,000 employees. You can find more information at www.trccompanies.com 

Please let me know if you have any questions. Hope to have a chance to engage with your students as well in the near future!  

  

Thanks for your time and support!

Megan Tran (MTran@trccompanies.com)
Talent Analyst

Co-op: Gordie Howe International Bridge (Detroit, MI)

Gordie Howe International Bridge – Bridging North America
Electrical Field Engineer – Spring 2025 Co-op

Details:
The Gordie Howe Project is an international bridge between Detroit, MI and Windsor, ON. The bridge has a total length of 1.5 miles and has the longest main span of any cable-stayed bridge in North America with the US tower being the second tallest structure in the State of Michigan. This $6 billion+ project is looking for an Electrical Field Engineer to help oversee the installation of the bridge’s electrical systems.

Responsibilities:
• Document project-wide coordination meetings, subcontractor schedules, and safety hazards.
• Coordinate scopes of work between multiple subcontractors as they pertain to the project’s permanent and temporary electrical systems.
• Supervise electrical equipment handling and installation.
• Utilize drawings to accurately coordinate the installation of electrical system materials.
• Insure electrical components meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Communicate with project team members on a daily basis.
• Review, analyze, and compare legal contracts, records, schedules, and cost breakdowns.

Skills:
• Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to represent the company and coworkers in a professional manner at work
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Education/Experience:
• 2nd year+ Construction Management (preferred), Electrical Engineering (preferred), Engineering Management, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering

 If anyone is interested in this opportunity, please contact Ryan Miller (rymmille@mtu.edu – current MTU student intern) or Bobby Cheesman (Lead Electrical Engineer) (information listed below).

Bobby Cheesman

Lead Electrical & Systems Engineer

rcheesman@bnausjv.com

KGS Geohydrology Internship Program (multiple positions available)

Position Overview

The Geohydrology Section of the Kansas Geological Survey (KGS) at the University of Kansas (KU) invites applications for multiple KGS Geohydrology Summer Research Assistantship positions for the summer of 2025. The positions are available for upper-level undergraduates, recent graduates, or graduate students with an interest in interdisciplinary water science, including biogeochemistry, ecohydrology, and hydrogeology. Established in 1997, positions in the KGS summer internship program have been held by students from a variety of institutions across the US and abroad. Many past participants have co-authored articles or conference presentations based on the summer work, and students would be encouraged to continue work on projects as part of an undergraduate or graduate thesis following the conclusion of the internship if interested.

About the KGS | Kansas Geological Survey (ku.edu)

In 2025, we anticipate hiring between 2-4 interns. Interns can apply for one of two tracks:

  • Ecohydrology Track (led by Sam Zipper): These interns will conduct research on the characterization and analysis of groundwater and surface water resources, and interactions between water resources, ecosystems, and society. Projects on this track will primarily be data science and modeling-focused.
  • Biogeochemistry Track (led by Erin Seybold): These interns will conduct research focused on understanding the drivers of groundwater and surface water quality in various settings. This may include collecting and analyzing water quality samples, working with high-frequency water quality sensor networks, and synthesizing and analyzing long-term water quality data. Projects on this track may include both lab work and data science approaches.

Interns in both tracks will work closely with collaborating KGS scientists, staff, and students to complete summer research projects that meet project needs and align with intern career goals and interests. While the interns will specialize in one of these two tracks, they will have opportunities to work together and with other students to gain interdisciplinary experience and exposure to a variety of methods.

More information on the internship program is available here: https://www.kgs.ku.edu/Hydro/gipIndex.html