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32958BR

Service Line:

Environmental

Office Name:

Chicago

Job Description:

General Responsibilities:

In this position, you will work in the office and will also have opportunities to experience field testing and inspection activities as well as other field activities. Your experiences will include learning, understanding, and performing services related to:

+ Field safety and safe work practices

+ All aspects of our field work capabilities

+ Understanding sampling and field testing procedures

+ Data acquisition

+ Data review

+ Report preparation

+ Communication of test results (internal and external)

+ Quality management system and procedures

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

+ Aid in asbestos, mold, and lead inspections/abatement.

+ Perform sampling or testing as directed.

+ Provide assistance to other field and/or office personnel.

+ Transport equipment, specimens or documents to field personnel, laboratory, clients or other offices, and provides physical assistance in equipment set-up.

+ Assists technicians or professional staff on routine tasks.

+ Will be placed in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments.

Requirements:

High school diploma and currently enrolled in an Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Biology or similar program, and obtained a 3.0 G.P.A. or better.

Exemption:

Non-exempt

Requisition ID:

32958BR

Posting Title:

Industrial Hygiene Intern

Employment Type:

Seasonal Worker

City, State (Office Location):

Chicago, IL

About Terracon:

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 7,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 180 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:

17.75

State Salary Range Maximum:

22.50

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. _*For California residents please note: A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required for positions that require driving._