Your role at GEI.

GEI’s Upstate New York office in Ithaca is seeking an Ecological Intern to support ecological projects throughout NY and the northeast. The ideal candidate will be pursuing a degree in natural resources, environmental science, or similar field. Comfort with field data collection in all terrain and weather conditions is required. The position could be open from April through October but start and end dates are flexible with the candidate’s availability.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

Wetland delineations under the guidance of a field crew leader.
Other ecological assessments such as avian surveys, T&E species habitat assessments, aquatic invasive species surveys if the need arises.
Contribution to technical reports, permit application packages, agency correspondence, and GIS figures.
Travel throughout NY, NJ, PA, and New England, potentially including overnights.

Minimum Qualifications

Pursuit of BS in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or similar.
Comfort in remote field work and ability to work safely in heat, cold, precipitation, etc.
Strong communication and writing skills.
Valid U.S. Driver’s license.
Willingness to be cross-trained in environmental remediation tasks (groundwater sampling, soil classification, air monitoring, etc.)

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.

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As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

Market-Competitive Compensation
Pay Range For This Position: $20.00 – $22.00/hour
Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
Rewards and Recognition
A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
For Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are Available
And More…

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

Continuous

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

X (4+ hours)

Standing

X (1-2 hours)

Walking

X (1-2 hours)

Climbing

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

(0-25 lbs)

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

(0-25 lbs)

Carrying objects

Push/pull

Twisting

Bending

Reaching forward

Reaching overhead

Squat/kneel/crawl

Wrist position deviation

Pinching/fine motor skills

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X (4+ hours)

Taste or smell

Talk or hear

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

Far Vision

Yes

Not Applicable

Color Discrimination

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

Hearing

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

Chemical

Airborne communicable diseases

Extreme temperatures

Radiation

Uneven surfaces or elevations

Extreme noise levels

Dust/particulate matter

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.

Ecological Intern

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