Job Description

Environmental Intern - Summer 2026

Job Locations

US-NH-Bedford

ID

2025-5484

Category

Intern/Co-op

Type

Temporary Full-Time

Career Stage Type

Intern/Co-op

# of Openings

1

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB's Bedford, NH office is looking for an Environmental Intern to join our team for the Summer of 2026.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with numerous VHB staff to advance projects in a timely manner;

• Provide permit compliance monitoring including weekly progress reports for utility projects after internal training provided;
• Assist mobile data collection as part of wetland delineation fieldwork;
• Assist with threatened and endangered species surveys;
• Assist with plant identification and vegetation inventory;
• Assist with water quality monitoring fieldwork and data processing;
• Perform GPS collection using mobile technology, and perform data management;
• Perform analysis using GIS and geodatabases, and develop basic maps and figures;
• Perform data entry, research, and analysis;
• Assist with writing and technical reporting; and
• Assist with environmental permitting support.

Basic Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in environmental science or a natural science related field (e.g., Biology, Fisheries and Wildlife, Ecology, Natural Resources);
• Willing to frequently work outdoors, both in remote locations and on construction sites, with variable terrain and weather conditions;
• Valid driver's license;
• Experience with identifying and characterizing regional plant species, soil profiles, wildlife, habitats, and/or ecological communities preferred
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills;
• Ability to independently manage multiple tasks and interact appropriately and positively with teammates;
• Self-motivated with attention to detail;
• Good time management skills;
• Ability to work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment and a capability to prioritize tasks; and
• A working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Adobe PDF, and similar programs.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate may also:

• Have relevant environmental coursework or field work experience related to the natural sciences;
• Experience in developing and managing documentation and data analysis;
• Experience utilizing ArcGIS and related mobile data collection applications; and
• Ability to read and comprehend project engineering drawings and documentation.

Check out all the latest news and projects happening across VHB here.

VHB does not provide housing for internships.

We are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us!

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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Temporary work, Part time, Summer work, Full time, Work experience placement, Remote work, Work at office, Local area, Flexible hours,

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