Summer Ecologist Intern

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Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

AECOM is currently seeking a motivated Summer Ecologist Intern to join our team in any of our Ontario office. (Thornhill, Barrie, Ottawa, Kitchener, Markham, Mississauga, North Bay, Sudbury, Sault Ste Marie, London)

The position is expected to start in May 2025.

As an Ecologist Intern , you will work under supervision to utilize scientific principles and existing technologies to assist with ecological assessments and environmental investigations. This role is ideal for someone eager to begin their career in ecology and environmental consulting while gaining valuable hands-on experience.

Job Summary:

• Utilize basic scientific principles, theories, practices, and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems of limited scope.
• Collect, enter, and analyze data, applying relevant technical principles and theories.
• Interpret and record field data, comparing findings with local, state, and federal regulations to ensure compliance.
• Entry-level position; no prior experience may be required, but a willingness to learn and grow is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in conducting ecological field studies such as vegetation surveys, wildlife monitoring, and habitat assessments.
• Collect and record data from field studies, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Support the preparation of technical reports and environmental documents such as environmental impact assessments and mitigation plans.
• Work with project teams to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards.
• Assist with administrative tasks, such as scheduling field programs and preparing meeting minutes.
• Ensure safety protocols and quality control measures are followed in all aspects of fieldwork

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Candidate must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in Ecology, Environmental Science, Biological Sciences or similar discipline, and must have completed at least 1 year of study. Candidates who have recently graduated with a Bachelor's degree and plan to continue with the Master's degree are eligible to apply for these positions. Recent graduates must have been enrolled in their bachelor's degree in the most previous school term with an interest in pursuing an advanced degree in the same or similar discipline at the conclusion of the internship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A valid driver's license to visit project sites and other AECOM offices.
• Interest in ecological fieldwork, environmental assessments, and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with federal and provincial environmental regulations is a plus (e.g., Endangered Species Act, Species at Risk Act).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic ecological research tools.

Additional Information

• This position is open to recent graduates interested in a contract role.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.