Environmental Planning Intern

We support public and private sector clients with preparation of environmental compliance documentation. Our environmental planning professionals build strong client partnerships, working with local agencies, stakeholders, and members of the public on projects that trigger the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and/or the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). At Michael Baker International, we focus on improving development projects through insightful environmental analysis and appropriate mitigation recommendations for more sustainable, convenient, equitable, healthful, efficient, and attractive places.

What We’re Looking For:

Michael Baker International is seeking a detail-oriented Environmental Planning Intern to work out of our Santa Ana, CA office. Candidates who are interested in applying for this internship should submit a technical writing sample.

What You’ll Do:

• Environmental report review and preparation in accordance with CEQA and NEPA requirements
• Conduct environmental impact analysis for a range of project types, including residential, commercial, industrial, mixed-use, and transportation/utility projects
• Field work, data gathering and research
• Availability is targeted at 10-20 hours per week; however, this is flexible and can vary based on current or projected workload.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Currently enrolled as a part-time or full-time student in good academic standing at an accredited University, College or Technical School
• Working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in an environmental-related discipline
• Possesses strong analytical skills, excellent writing and oral communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Driver’s License and a reliable means of transportation
• Ability to work both remotely and in-person at local Santa Ana office
• Strong technical writing skills. Please submit a technical writing sample.
• Basic understanding of environmental regulations (e.g., CEQA/NEPA) preferred.
• Proficiency in GIS preferred.

Compensation:

The approximate compensation range for this position is $18 – $22 per hour. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

ABOUT US

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.