Environmental Technician Intern

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Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work.

We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

As an Environmental Technician Intern, you’ll support field investigations on active environmental projects, including industrial and redevelopment sites. This role offers hands‑on experience alongside experienced professionals while contributing directly to projects that protect public health and the environment. You’ll gain practical field skills, learn industry standards, and see how environmental work translates into real‑world outcomes. This is an entry level role (Internship) with potential long‑term opportunities.

• Conduct groundwater, soil, and air sampling in compliance with regulatory guidelines and project specifications.
• Support drilling operations, including monitoring and logging soil borings and installing groundwater monitoring wells.
• Operate and maintain field instrumentation and small tools, such as Photoionization Detectors (PIDs), volt meters, pH probes, and other environmental monitoring equipment.
• Record field observations, measurements, and sample data accurately and thoroughly.
• Assist with construction‑related activities, such as site preparation, soil excavation, and installation of monitoring systems.
• Prepare and organize field documentation, including chain‑of‑custody forms, field logs, and daily activity reports.
• Utilize Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook) for data entry, report preparation, and communication.
• Adhere to all company health and safety policies and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Travel to various field sites as required, sometimes for extended periods.

High school degree required.

College graduates with a degree in Geology, Engineering or Environmental Science or those within 1 year of graduation will be given preference.

Must be physically able to work outside or inside, in the elements up to 8 hours a day. Must be able to routinely lift 50–75 pounds (small portable generators, waste drums, coring drills, vacuum pumps and hoses).

Computer skills (Microsoft Office), technical writing, organizational skills, time management are essential to the role. Use of PID and other electronic meters and probes useful.

OSHA training required.

Daily technical and/or report writing, time sheet entry, photologs, and completion of inspection forms and field notes.

Microsoft office (Word, Excel, TEAMS, Outlook email) knowledge required and used daily.

Prior experience with TDEC Regulations preferred.

Ability to travel, daily to middle TN sites. 10% overnight travel within state of TN.

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no‑cost employee‑only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL), and paid parental leave.
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match.
• Insurance: Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging: Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary,…