Intern - Florida Environmental Internship (Winter and Summer 2027)

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>Environmental Science Associates (ESA) is a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm. We plan, design, permit, mitigate, and restore for projects across our communities, infrastructure systems, open spaces, and wildlands. We are 50 years strong in 21 offices across California, the Pacific Northwest, and the Southeastern United States.</strong></p></div><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">ESA is excited to announce our Florida Environmental Internship - Winter and Summer (2027) program. Our Florida internship program will run for approximately four months, starting in January or April. This variable part-time paid opportunity offers 12 to 24 hours per week. <span data-teams="true">Our internship program is intended to promote diversity in the environmental, engineering, and planning fields by creating opportunities for students from groups historically under-represented in this business sector, including but not limited to those students who represent Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), as well as veterans, disabled individuals, and/or students who are first in their families to go to college.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Candidates must be able to commit to working 12-24 hours a week. Priority will be given to candidates who can commit to working in person or hybrid from our Tampa, Florida ESA Office for optimized engagement and hands-on training/mentorship opportunities. </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Qualified candidates must be currently in university and/or recent graduates (including grad students).</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">While cover letters are not required, a tailored cover letter stating your area of interest and why you're interested in an internship with ESA can be very helpful. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>To be considered, you must apply by December 2nd, 2026</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">This position will focus on our <span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Biological Resources & Land Management (BRLM)</span></strong></span> environmental market hosted out of our <strong>Tampa, Florida ESA Office</strong>. </span></p> <p class="ignore-global-css"> </p> <p class="ignore-global-css"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><u class="ignore-global-css"><strong class="ignore-global-css">Who You Are</strong></u> </span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">You are an effective team member and communicator who can work collaboratively on multi-disciplinary teams. You check your work for errors and accuracy, follow through on assignments to deliver your project assignments on time, and you learn from constructive feedback.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">You hold or are pursuing a degree in any of the following fields of study and/or a similarly related field:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Biology/Natural Resource Management</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Climate Change/Sustainability Planning</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Environmental Planning</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Transportation Planning</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Geospatial Systems (GIS)</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Computer Science/Data Technology</span></li> </ul> <p class="ignore-global-css"> </p> <p class="ignore-global-css"><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><strong class="ignore-global-css">What You Will Do for ESA</strong></span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">You will use and expand your knowledge, previously gained through education and/or experience, in one or more of the following areas:</span></p> <ul> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Understanding environmental protection regulations and their application</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Learning about local planning and environmental issues and requirements</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Conducting field assignments</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Participating in public outreach and collaboration</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Producing technical, business, and/or marketing work products</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Analyzing data and contributing to cutting-edge research</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Supporting project, business management, and/or marketing teams</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Collaborating with diverse technical teams</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Adhere to company policies and procedures.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with care.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Continuously seek to improve skills and knowledge relevant to the role.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Participate in virtual meetings and video conferences.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Collaborate with team members through online platforms.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Provide updates and reports to supervisors</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Perform data entry and manage databases.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Draft, edit, and proofread documents and reports.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Respond to emails and manage communication channels.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Ad hoc assignments and projects as assigned.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Some internship responsibilities require you to have the ability to work in a wide variety of field conditions (weather, terrain, etc.), walk long distances carrying a backpack, safely operate, load and transport equipment and gear, and cross fences, creeks, and other obstacles. You may also be required to have a valid driver’s license and be able to work some nights and/or weekends.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">You enjoy fieldwork and can walk long distances carrying a backpack; and are able to lift at least 40 pounds. You are confident working outside, in remote and rural settings, as well as in urban environments. Physical outdoor work may include, but may not be limited to, work in all types of weather, traversing uneven ground and sometimes steep terrain in forested environments, fields, arid lands, along stream banks, and in coastal/intertidal areas. You may be exposed to inclement weather and uncomfortable working conditions. Some night and/or weekend work may be required.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">You may participate in compliance monitoring and reporting activities for on-going construction projects; you may work near heavy equipment. You possess a valid driver’s license and have experience driving 4WD vehicles off-road.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Please be aware that this position may also involves working in an office environment, which may include sitting behind a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods. This may lead to eye strain, back discomfort, and other ergonomic issues if proper precautions are not taken.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Typical Qualifications + Experience</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">1 year of experience in a coordination role supporting multiple groups or managers in a similar setting.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Working towards or obtained a degree in related field from a junior college, community college, or university.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">High attention to detail with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Ability to work and effectively communicate with various levels of staff and handle multiple concurrent tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Good working knowledge of relevant integrated software application skills required.</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">You are able to work from our Tampa, Florida ESA office for the duration of your internship.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What’s Special About ESA</strong></span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">Joining ESA means becoming part of a close-knit team of environmental professionals who contribute to outstanding projects, improve environmental stewardship, and advance a more sustainable and resilient future for our communities and wild places.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt;">You are eligible to participate in ESA’s sick leave program. You may be eligible to participate in our employee stock ownership program and tax deferred 401(k) plan if you meet the eligibility requirements for these plans.</span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p class="ignore-global-css"><u class="ignore-global-css"><strong class="ignore-global-css">Who We Are </strong></u></p> <p class="ignore-global-css">We are a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm who values diversity and inclusion and celebrate the differences that make each of us unique. Our culture is built on mutual respect, recognizing that our variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives leads to better solutions, which fosters our continued success for our employee-owners and clients. </p> <p class="ignore-global-css">In accordance with ESA’s duty and responsibility to provide and maintain a safe workplace that is free of known hazards and to minimize the exposure to potential hazards, any employee who works from an ESA office or conducts any other in-person ESA work-related activity is required to submit their proof of vaccination status or have received an approved exemption and accommodation in states which this applies. </p> <p class="ignore-global-css"><strong>Please note: We do NOT accept unsolicited resumes from agencies</strong></p> <p class="ignore-global-css"> </p> <p><strong>If you are an applicant with a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Human Resources Department via email: <a href="mailto:humanresources@esassoc.com">humanresources@esassoc.com</a> for assistance.</strong></p> <p><strong> Please include the following in your message so we can promptly address your request:</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: bold;"><strong>Full name</strong></li> <li style="font-weight: bold;"><strong>The best method to contact you (phone number and/or email address)</strong></li> <li style="font-weight: bold;"><strong>Title of Job Position Applied</strong></li> <li style="font-weight: bold;"><strong>Description of your accommodation request</strong></li> </ul> <p class="ignore-global-css"> </p> <p class="ignore-global-css"><em class="ignore-global-css"><strong class="ignore-global-css">ESA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. (EOE M/V/F/D) </strong></em></p> <p class="ignore-global-css"> </p> <p> </p></div>