Summer 2026 Environmental Technician Intern – Miami/South Florida

Job Description

Job Title: Summer 2026 Environmental Technician Intern – Miami/South Florida

Intertek, a global leader in Quality Assurance, is seeking an Environmental Technician Intern to join its Professional Service Industries (PSI) team in Miami/South Florida. This internship offers a unique opportunity for aspiring professionals to gain hands-on experience in the environmental and industrial hygiene consulting sector, contributing to a versatile career path within a leading organization.

Intertek’s Building and Construction division, comprised of industry-leading brands, specializes in providing innovative product and project solutions across various architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines. Through its project-related assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting services, Intertek acts as a crucial risk management and quality assurance partner, ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of new developments, existing assets, and facilities.

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) stands as a prominent U.S.-based provider of construction assurance, testing, and inspection services in both civil and commercial construction. Its extensive service portfolio encompasses construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialized testing. Intertek is committed to continuous innovation and evolution, aiming to mitigate risks for consumers, brands, and organizations across all sectors globally. Beyond traditional Testing, Inspection, and Certification of products, Intertek is a Total Quality Assurance Provider, driven by its purpose: “Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.”

What We’re Looking For

The Environmental Technician Intern will play a supportive role in a variety of environmental and industrial hygiene projects. This position offers a dynamic learning environment with significant field exposure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with comprehensive asbestos, lead-based paint, and mold surveys.
• Support abatement monitoring activities and conduct clearance sampling.
• Contribute to Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).
• Aid in Phase II subsurface investigations and remedial site activities.
• Support field data collection efforts.
• Assist with ecological sampling and assessments.
• Participate in the installation of environmental monitoring equipment.
• Assist with GIS-based field mapping using Trimble units.
• Document field activities and site conditions thoroughly.
• Aid in equipment setup and calibration.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week. The schedule may vary based on project workload and demands. This role involves significant travel (up to 50%) and may require occasional off-shift or overtime work.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current Enrollment: Actively pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Biology, or another science-related field.
• Communication Skills: Demonstrated good oral and written communication abilities.
• Driving: Valid driver’s license and a reliable driving record are essential.
• Travel: Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, move, push, and pull 30 to 50 pounds frequently; occasionally over 50 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication (hearing) and make sound discriminations.
• Ability to kneel and squat occasionally.
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (both hot and cold).
• Ability to climb occasionally.

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Certifications: HAZWOPER 40-hour OSHA certification.
• Certifications: AHERA Inspector certification.

About Intertek

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, distinguished by its proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. The company strives to exceed customer expectations with passion, pace, and precision, while fostering an environment for employees to achieve exceptional performance and professional growth.

Intertek is committed to being a drug-free workplace. Certain positions may require passing a pre-employment drug test based on the nature of the work performed.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Intertek values diversity, recognizing that its phenomenal people and their diverse backgrounds are the greatest assets and fuel its success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, actively promoting inclusion and diversity. The company takes affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation or assistance with the application process, please contact intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

About The Team: Building & Construction

The Building & Construction team is dedicated to providing assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services, along with building science solutions, to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers a comprehensive suite of capabilities to the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry, both in laboratory settings and on project sites.