Internship – Environmental Sciences for Environmental Consulting

Job Description

Job Title: Internship – Environmental Sciences for Environmental Consulting

Location: Seattle, WA

Compensation: $23.00 / hour

About Anchor QEA

Anchor QEA is a leading environmental science and engineering consulting firm dedicated to transforming the environment and our communities with integrity and a vibrant company culture. With over 500 employees across the United States, our vision is to be an innovative, sustainable, and growing environmental innovator making generational impacts. We foster a work environment that encourages personal and professional growth through autonomy, a clear vision, and opportunities for skill mastery, believing that engaged staff lead to exceptional client service and a strong company.

What Is the Opportunity?

Anchor QEA is offering an enriching 2026 Internship Program for students in environmental sciences. This internship provides a unique combination of hands-on fieldwork and a defined capstone project tailored to your scope of study. Interns will gain invaluable exposure to various service areas within our firm, working directly with senior- and principal-level professionals. By the program’s conclusion, you will have developed a solid understanding of environmental consulting, equipped with practical experience and professional insights. Interns will be required to regularly come into an office, with potential opportunities for fieldwork depending on project needs.

What Are We Looking For?

We are seeking highly motivated individuals who meet the following criteria:

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student.
• Majoring in a field related to our areas of expertise, such as Environmental Sciences (including chemistry, biology, ecology, marine science, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply technical information.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• A project management mindset to effectively manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• A strong desire to work collaboratively with others to accomplish goals.
• The ability to maintain a professional attitude while having fun.

What Are the Responsibilities?

Interns will deliver a defined Capstone Project with guidance from senior engineers, scientists, planners, and other professionals. To support this goal, interns may be asked to:

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

Timeline for the 2026 Internship Program

Further details regarding the program 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 to work. We believe in fostering an inclusive atmosphere that promotes personal and professional growth.

How to Apply?

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

Additional Information

Anchor QEA is committed to diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we do 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.