Environmental Science Intern – Summer 2025

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB, a nationally recognized leader in design, is seeking an Environmental Science Intern to work in our Watertown, MA or Worcester, MA office. The position includes travel to various New England field sites and occasionally other VHB offices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with fieldwork, including wetland delineations, habitat assessments, and rare plant and wildlife surveys
• Assist in the preparation of local, state, and federal environmental permits for public and private-sector projects
• Writing and technical reporting
• Research and interpret environmental laws and regulations
• Gather and interpret required environmental project-related data
• Effectively interact with numerous VHB staff, clients, and consultants to advance projects in a timely manner

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work long hours outside during adverse conditions
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to independently manage multiple tasks and interact appropriately and positively with clients
• Self-motivated with attention to detail

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing undergraduate degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, or related field; or comparable experience
• Must have the ability to conduct tasks independently
• Valid driver's license

VHB does not provide housing for internships.

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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