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Tetra Tech, Inc.

Intern Geologist - Summer (Finance)

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding an Intern Geologist to our Environmental Services team based in Mobile, AL.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Impact:

Your Role:

The Candidate will be responsible for completion of task level work, including field investigations (including soil, water, and air sampling, drilling and subcontractor supervision, and coordination with analytical laboratories); construction and/or remedial action oversight; health and safety air monitoring, and preparation of technical reports. This role will work in the field under the supervision of a Field Operations Leader (FOL) and in the office will collaborate with peers, senior technical staff, project managers and under the supervision of their Operations Manager or another assigned manager. One or more mentors will be assigned to provide field and office training to support growth and development. In this position, the candidate will be expected to follow company safety standards, participate in safety training, and prepare as well as implement site-specific health and safety plans. The desired candidate will be responsible for reviewing, understanding, and implementing site-specific work plans, scopes of work and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), as well as supporting the preparation of various technical deliverables including reports, letters, proposals, tables, and figures.

Responsibilities will include:

• Work as a member of teams conducting hands-on multi-media environmental sampling, including surface and subsurface soil, overburden and bedrock groundwater, sediment, surface water, ambient air, indoor air, etc.

• Assist with field preparation efforts and support field activities, coordinating with the onsite FOL as well as technical lead(s) and/or project manager(s) back in the office.

- Monitor remediation work to ensure compliance with contract specifications, regulations, and industry standards.
- Record and compile data into coherent products for customer use, interpret and explain findings to project teams.
- Assist with interpreting data patterns and trends, compare them to regulatory standards and assist in the development of recommendations for actions based on regulatory constraints.
- Assist with preparation of written documents, sampling and analysis plans, data summary reports, and technical evaluations.
- Complete other duties as they may be assigned to support investigation and remediation projects.

• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.

• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline, knowledge, and awareness.

• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.

Additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in college or university working towards a bachelor's degree (BA or BS) or master's degree (MS) in Geology or Geological Sciences is required.

• Willingness and ability to travel as needed, approximately 50-75%. Most travel is within the state or region, although the opportunity travel across the U.S. for project work is available.

Existing certifications for Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training specified in Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.120 (e) is preferred.
This position requires OSHA health and safety, client-specific safety, first aid and CPR training, and medical monitoring, paid for by the firm.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products including MS Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook is required.

• A REAL ID driver's license current and valid for a state in the United States is required. See requirements for REAL ID online.

• Ability to work well with teams, as well as complete assigned independent activities, for both field and office project work.

• Attention to detail is required. The successful candidate must be able to assist the FOL with observing, evaluating, and documenting site field conditions and communicating changes in field conditions to senior staff.

• Ability to communicate effectively and provide thoughtful input and/or make evaluated decisions for the betterment of the client and the company.

• Skilled as a problem solver, will have an interest and ability to work in a collaborative manner, and will have the flexibility to adapt to changing situations.

• Knowledge of and ability to analyze chemistry and environmental data is desired.

• Experience of interfacing with subcontractors, working groups, and internal customers desired but not required.

• GIS experience is a plus.

Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

Twitter: @TetraTechJobs

Facebook: @TetraTechCareers

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

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