Internship – Programmer for Environmental Consulting

Job Description

Job Title: Internship – Programmer for Environmental Consulting

Location: Syracuse, NY

Compensation: $23.00 / hour

The Opportunity:

• Join Anchor QEA’s 2026 Internship Program, designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of environmental consulting.
• Requires regular presence in the Syracuse, NY office.
• Potential for fieldwork depending on project needs, offering practical, hands-on experience.
• Experience a combination of hands-on fieldwork and a defined capstone project tailored to your scope of study.
• Gain valuable exposure to other service areas within the firm, broadening your professional perspective.
• Work directly with senior- and principal-level professionals, assisting with project-related tasks.
• Gain crucial insight into the world of professional consulting.
• Conclude the program with a solid understanding of environmental consulting principles and practices.

What We’re Looking For (Qualifications):

• Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student.
• Majoring in a field related to one of our areas of expertise, such as:
  • Environmental Analytics and Programming
  • Technology and Innovation (e.g., data science, geospatial science)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply technical information effectively.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrated project management mindset to effectively manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong desire to work collaboratively with others to accomplish goals.
• Ability to balance a professional attitude while fostering a fun work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

The primary responsibility will be to 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, industry trends, strategies, and activation needs.
• 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.
• Support project field documentation and preparation of figures and tables for project deliverables.
• Conduct various 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, and weekly statuses.

2026 Internship Program Timeline:

• 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 You Can Expect:

A collaborative and collegial work environment where we encourage everyone to bring their authentic self to work.

How to Apply:

Apply online through Anchor QEA’s Open Positions page:

https://www.anchorqea.com/careers/careers-open-positions/

Veterans are encouraged to apply.

About Anchor QEA:

Anchor QEA is an innovative environmental science and engineering consulting firm dedicated to transforming the environment and our communities with integrity and vibrant energy. We employ more than 500 professionals in offices across the United States.

Our vision is to be an innovative, sustainable, and growing environmental innovator making generational impacts. We believe that an engaged staff leads to great client service and 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:

• Anchor QEA is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we ensure a diverse, multi-cultural work environment and 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.