Internship – Construction Management for Environmental Consulting

February 16, 2026
$23 / hour
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Job Description

Internship – Construction Management for Environmental Consulting

Location: Syracuse, NY

Compensation: $23.00 / hour

What Is the Opportunity?

Anchor QEA is seeking interns for our 2026 Internship Program across a broad range of practice areas. Interns will be required to regularly come into an office and potentially perform fieldwork, depending on project needs.

This program offers:

  • A combination of hands-on fieldwork and a defined project within your scope of study.
  • Opportunity for exposure to other service areas within our firm.
  • Opportunities to work with senior- and principal-level professionals.
  • Assistance with project-related tasks.
  • Gaining insight into the world of professional consulting.
  • A solid understanding of environmental consulting at the conclusion of the program.

What Are We Looking For?

We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications:

  • Current undergraduate or graduate students majoring in a field related to our areas of expertise, such as:
    • Construction Management
    • Environmental Engineering/Science (or related)
  • Experience with Field Work.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to interpret and apply technical information.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • A project management mindset to effectively manage priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Desire to work collaboratively with others to accomplish goals.
  • Balance of a professional attitude while having fun.

What Are the Responsibilities?

Interns will primarily deliver a Defined Capstone Project with assistance from Senior Engineers, Scientists, Planners, and other professionals. To support this goal, interns may be asked to:

  • Support implementation of remedial investigations/feasibility studies and design evaluations.
  • Conduct research and analysis around prospective clients, trends, strategies, industries, activation needs, etc.
  • Assist with field planning, data analysis, and report writing.
  • Assist with research and data entry for new business initiatives.
  • Partner to complete field sampling activities in-water and/or on land.
  • Complete project field documentation and support preparation of figures and tables for project deliverables.
  • Conduct field activities, including collection of sediment, soil, water, air, waste, or biota samples or other field tasks.
  • Complete OSHA HAZWOPER training as required.
  • Update documents, calendars, schedules, weekly statuses, etc.

What Is the Timeline for the 2026 Internship Program?

  • February 9 – February 20: Application submittal period
  • March 16 – March 20: Anchor QEA interviews take place nationwide
  • March 30 – April 3: Selected candidates receive offers
  • May 19: Earliest start date for interns (subject to availability)

Further details will be provided during the interview process.

What Can You Expect?

You can expect a collaborative and collegial work environment where we encourage everyone to bring their authentic self.

How to Apply?

Apply online through Anchor QEA’s Open Positions page at: https://www.anchorqea.com/careers/careers-open-positions/. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Who Are We?

Anchor QEA is an environmental science and engineering consulting firm focused on transforming the environment and our communities, with integrity and vibe. We employ more than 500 people in offices around the United States. Our vision is to be an innovative, sustainable, and growing environmental innovator making generational impacts.

We believe engaged staff leads to great client service and to a financially strong company—in that order. Our work environment fosters personal and professional growth for employees by providing autonomy, a clear vision, and the ability to master their skill set.

Additional Information

We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, Anchor QEA is committed to a diverse, multi-cultural work environment. Anchor QEA does not discriminate in employment based on age, race, creed, gender, religion, marital status, veteran’s status, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a comprehensive background check.

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