About the role#
As a Field Biologist Intern in our Environmental Services group, you will support the full life cycle of infrastructure development. This includes work ranging from permitting new projects to the remediation of contaminated soil and groundwater. You will work on projects for municipal, state, and federal government clients, as well as those in the industrial, utility, and manufacturing sectors.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard techniques and procedures to project tasks.
- Assist with administrative duties including filing, scanning, data entry, and preparing presentations.
- Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Research project concerns and recommend solutions to problems.
- Respond to general inquiries and assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
- Comply with all company policies and standards.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor degree in Biology, Environmental Science, or a related natural sciences field.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with excellent verbal and written communication.
- Basic knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office programs.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
- Prior internship or related consulting experience is preferred.
- Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Modality: On-site.
- Travel: Approximately 5 percent of the time.
About Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell is a construction and engineering firm based in Kansas City, Missouri. The company employs over 16,000 people and operates as a 100 percent employee-owned organization. Its professionals provide services in architecture, environmental consulting, and infrastructure planning. The firm supports clients across sectors including aviation, water, power, and manufacturing.
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