Environmental Science Intern

Environmental Science Paid Internship - Missoula, MT - Summer of 2022

$18.50 per hour 40 hours per week (approximately mid-May through mid-August)

About DJ&A P.C.

DJ&A P.C. is a multidisciplinary consulting firm that delivers a wide variety of professional services to clients across the nation. Specializing in Transportation Design, Survey & Mapping, Sustainability, Site Development and Utilities, Construction Inspection/Management, Geospatial Solutions, Terrestrial LiDAR, 3D Scanning, Structural Design, Project Management, Community Involvement, Right of Way, and Environmental Compliance, we perform work in some of the most beautiful locations; National Forests, National Parks and Monuments, campgrounds and other recreational facilities, and other federal lands throughout the United States. DJ&A's unique and interesting projects create well-rounded employees, promote career development, and provide opportunities to visit these beautiful locales!

Founded in 1973 by two former U.S. Forest Service employees who saw a need for a company that uniquely understood Forest Service projects, DJ&A has continued to grow and expand over the last 48 years by embracing the values of our founders. Today, we have a team of 100+ skilled professionals spanning across offices in Missoula, MT (headquarters); Bozeman, MT; Vancouver, WA; Denver, CO; and Sioux Falls, SD.

Job Summary

Would you like to gain relevant, hands-on paid experience as an Environmental Science Intern working with a professional multidisciplinary consulting firm?! Look no further than DJ&A.

We are looking for candidates currently enrolled at a college or university who desire to build a career in the Environmental Science field to join our Missoula office during the summer of 2022. Our clients include the U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service, and Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, just to name a few. Our Environmental Group works on a variety of projects, including NEPA analysis, wetland delineations, wildlife surveys and inventories, rangeland monitoring, riparian monitoring and assessments, and many more.

We are looking for candidates with the ability to work independently and as part of a team, read and understand scientific publications, proficiently write technical scientific documents, and identify vegetation including invasive and noxious weeds. We also desire candidates who have field experience, good communication skills, basic knowledge of the Microsoft Suite, and a desire to gain experience across a wide range of ecological disciplines, both in the office and in the field.

We would love for you to join our team. Please visit DJ&A's Career Page, and submit your application, cover letter, and resume.

Physical Requirements:

· Must be able to sit at a desk and work at a computer for prolonged periods of time.

· Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds or potentially more weight if packing for field trips.

· Comfortable traveling to, working, hiking, and driving in various (and sometimes remote) locations.

· Walk/hike in varying elevations, and/or perform physical tasks required for environmental monitoring for durations lasting up to ten hours under all weather conditions including potential extremes such as hot, cold, wet, or dry conditions.

· Must be able to access and navigate job sites and construction areas that may include steep and rough terrain, dense vegetation, insects, and wet, muddy, uneven, or rocky surfaces.

DJ&A is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice here and Supplemental EEO notice here.

DJ&A is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Internship

Pay: $18.50 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Missoula, MT: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: One location