Job Information
Terracon Intern in Carson, California
27877BR
Service Line:
Environmental
Office Name:
Los Angeles
Job Description:
General Responsibilities:
This position will participate in field and laboratory testing of sites to identify any physical or environmental risks. Perform and assist in field investigations of buildings for asbestos and other regulated building materials, airborne chemical monitoring, noise monitoring, indoor air quality, and Phase I preliminary site assessments. Participation in develop of sampling strategies and outline required analysis. Evaluate sampling results. Prepare and assist in drafting survey reports and develop recommendations to correct and improve the environment.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
Performs and assists in sampling or testing as directed.
Provides assistance to other field personnel.
Transports equipment, specimens, media or documents to field personnel, laboratory, clients or other offices, and provides physical assistance in equipment set-up.
Assists other technicians or professional staff on routine tasks.
Will be placed in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments.
Attends provided training to perform field investigation activities.
Requirements:
High school diploma and BS/BA degree in progress in a science or related field (environmental, health and safety, engineering, chemistry, biology, geology). The ideal candidate will have less than one year remaining to complete their BS/BA degree.
Exemption:
Non-exempt
Requisition ID:
27877BR
Posting Title:
Intern - Environmental Industrial Hygiene
Employment Type:
Seasonal Worker
City, State (Office Location):
Carson, CA
About Terracon:
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
EEO Statement:
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
Job Category:
Intern
State Salary Range Minimum:
17.20
State Salary Range Maximum:
22.80
Expected Salary Range:
The expected salary range for this position is listed below. The base range may be adjusted based on the specific location of the applicant. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.