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SWCA Environmental Consultants · 1 day ago

Environmental Planning Intern

Fort Collins, CO

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$19.95/hr - $19.95/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking an Environmental Planning Intern for Summer 2026 to support local and municipal land use permitting and other environmental planning projects. The intern will gain experience in environmental consulting, including client relationships, proposal development, and compliance with environmental regulations.

Environmental ConsultingNatural Resources

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of environmental documents, including technical reports for a variety of state, county, and federal agencies

Assist with diverse types of environmental planning projects, especially related to traditional and renewable energy, transmission, land-use planning, water resources, and transportation-related projects

Participate in fieldwork, agency visits, and stakeholder meetings

Learn to help write various sections of environmental documents and review/edit other sections prepared by technical specialists

Potentially assist in the preparation of public meeting materials, public comment review, and maintenance of administrative records

Learn how SWCA advises clients on federal and state regulatory issues for projects across the company’s service area

Work closely with project managers, directors, and vice presidents throughout the company to promote SWCA’s business interests in adherence to its mission, vision, and values. Gain experience working with a diverse team of planning and natural resource professionals

Qualification

Environmental policyGISTechnical writingMicrosoft Office SuiteWillingness to learnCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsAttention to detail

Required

Currently enrolled in a college or university, pursuing a bachelor's degree in an environmental-related field with coursework in environmental policy or science, ecology, urban planning, sustainability, geography, or a similar course of study, or a recent graduate within 12 months of May 1, 2026. Individuals who have completed at least their junior year are highly preferred. Equivalent experience may also be considered

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software

Must have good communication, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail

Must have the ability and willingness to learn technical writing skills

Preferred

Ability to mobilize for 1-2 week durations for fieldwork, agency meetings, stakeholder meetings, and client visits is preferred

Technical writing experience

Experience with natural resources field or professional work (e.g., environmental, natural, water, biological, planning, etc.) through classwork, honors thesis or Capstone projects, professional/intern experience, or volunteer work

Applicants who are pursuing a Master's degree will also be considered

Benefits

100% employee stock ownership plan (retirement)

Medical, dental, vision, employee assistance, wellness, life and disability plans

SWCA 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Trust

Professional conference attendance

Internal and external professional development and training programs

Education reimbursement

Science and Leadership Program

Bonuses for publications meeting certain criteria

Company

SWCA Environmental Consultants

Glassdoor3.8

SWCA is an environmental consulting firm.

Founded in 1981

Phoenix, Arizona, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.swca.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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