Environmental Intern

Environmental Intern - Richmond, VA

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Engineering Intern to join our Environmental services team in Richmond, VA. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients. This is an entry level position that will be involved in various assignments that continue to develop abilities in areas of specialty.

Work as a member of the environmental team under the direction of the Environmental Service Leader primarily in support of various projects. Job duties may include, but are not limited to:

Conducting site investigations to gather data on potentially contaminated sites to include all phases of planning and ensuring that proper documentation is completed for all stages of the project:
• soil boring and monitoring well installation
• monitoring well development
• water and soil sampling
• vapor sampling
• sediment sampling
• analyzing and interpreting site data
• recommending remedial actions
• Research and evaluation of data
• Conduct field reviews and other assessments
• Assist with the creation and submission of technical reports, exhibits, and presentations
• Take personal responsibility for quality of tasks performed
• Performs routine analysis to check accuracy of data and work products
• Ensures division, regional, and company values, policies and practices are consistently followed within the survey service
• Lead by example - display solid judgment, good values, trust, honesty, openness, and professionalism

• Outgoing, friendly, approachable
• Detail-oriented with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Demonstrates willingness to accept new challenges and learn specialized field
• Growing knowledge of profession as demonstrated by involvement in related coursework
• Basic knowledge of software required for position
• Able to follow general directions and work with limited independence on basic computations
• Must have the ability and willingness to travel periodically to certain work sites in different climate conditions

• Currently working toward completion of bachelor's degree in a natural resource- related field

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes
in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2024, Zweig Group ranked Westwood nationally at #13 and #40, respectively, on its Hot Firms and Best Firms to Work for lists. Zweig also awarded Westwood one national 1st place award for Marketing Excellence. Westwood was recently recognized as #83 in the ENR Top 500 Firms in 2024. The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training