Posted: October 1, 2024

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Short Description
Bowman has an opportunity for an Environmental & Water Intern to join our team in Davis, CA. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Purpose
An introduction to the environmental responsibilities of the environmental and water resource industries through practical experience and exposure to water quality, pesticides, stormwater and agriculture, wetland delineations, threatened and endangered species inventories, permits, and coordination with regulatory agencies at the county, state and federal levels.

Responsibilities
Leadership and Direction

• Perform work under direct supervision of an experienced professional and follow established procedures and clearly defined processes.

At the Operational and Company Level 

• Interact with multiple departments and peers within the organization and
  participate in intern program learning and development opportunities.

Do the Work 

• Learn and participate in complex field assessments, land use studies, and
  parkland impact assessments. 
• Conduct biological monitoring and assessments for quantifying impacts of
  development on wildlife populations.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Willingness and eagerness to learn. 
• Self-started with the tenacity to seek out resources to further knowledge and experience. 
• Strong work ethic with focus on quality results. 
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. 
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners. 
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude. 
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents. 
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work. 
• Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college program pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in environmental science, Ecology, Biology, Chemistry,
  Environmental Toxicology, Civil/Environmental Engineering or related discipline. 
• One or more (1+) years' general work experience. 
• Must be at least 18 years old 
• Must hold a valid state driver's license and successfully pass a motor vehicle check.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Partially indoor professional office environment which may include exposure to bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic. 
• Partially outdoor work environment which may include exposure to adverse
  weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential
  hazards.
• Mobility around an office environment. 
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. 
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Primarily local travel during the business day.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds. 
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

Salary and eligible variable compensation (if any) commensurate with experience.
Range $18 - $23 hourly and includes a comprehensive benefits package.
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ABOUT US
Our consulting firm is located in Davis, CA provides resilient solutions to problems at the interface between the built environment and natural resources. Our laser-focused team delivers results that address permitting, risk communication, design and training challenges for water and natural resources, production agriculture, pest management and hazardous materials projects. Learn more at www.h2osci.com.

COMPENSATION
$18-23/hour depending on experience