Intern - Environmental Science/Engineer (Oakland)
The ideal candidates will:
• Be familiar with, or have the desire to learn, both U.S. EPA and U.S. NRC regulations and guidance documents for purposes of site characterization, including but not limited to CERCLA, RCRA, MARSSIM, and MARLAP.
• Be familiar with, or have the desire to learn, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software techniques for geospatial analysis and mapping.
• Possess or have strong desire to learn and implement complex radiological monitoring techniques and site characterization studies.
• Have familiarity with naturally occurring radioactive materials (NORM) or technologically enhanced natural occurring radioactive materials (TENORM) in uranium mining, Oil and Gas, or other industries.
• Have experience using computer software including MS Office, Word and Excel spreadsheets is a plus.
• Enjoy spending long days outdoors and hiking at remote sites on and near the Navajo Nation when performing field work.
• Have knowledge of Native American culture and/or language is preferred.
• Be an undergraduate student, or non-degreed technician, learning practical scientific or environmental engineering subjects.
This position requires you to drive on a regular basis and will require passing a motor vehicle record (MVR) background check.
The work involves both office and field environments. Field work is anticipated to be in remote areas of Arizona, Utah, and New Mexico. You must be able to carry field equipment (35 to 40 pounds) and don personal protective gear, as needed. You must also be able to work in outdoor areas during all seasons. This position may require up to 50% travel.
For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.tetratech.com. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter on the Careers portion of our website at www.tetratech.com/careers.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.
Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.
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