Environmental Planning Intern

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB is seeking an Environmental Planning Intern to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities in support of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance projects and similar environmental review processes or planning projects.
• Work may include, but is not limited to:
• Research and data collection and analysis on a range of topics pertaining to the natural and human environment.
• Drafting or editing of environmental assessment or environmental impact statement sections.
• Drafting of project correspondence.
• Development of public engagement materials.
• Planning of public meetings and other public engagement activities.

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Fast learner, self-motivated
• Highly organized
• Capable of coordinating and performing multiple tasks concurrently
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and GIS, desired
• Experience with Adobe Suite a plus

Qualifications

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree in an environmental discipline, public policy, technical writing, or a related field.

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. 

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace  

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! 

VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion—supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

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