- Salary
- $21 – $22
- Location
- Syracuse NY, United States of America
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Internship
- Seniority
- Internship
- Education
- Master
- Source
- Workday
Description
Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!
At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.
Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.
Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.
Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?
Verdantas is seeking an Environmental Data Analytics & GIS Intern to join our team. This internship provides an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting environmental consulting projects through the use of geospatial technologies, data analytics, environmental research, and emerging digital tools. The selected candidate will work alongside multidisciplinary professionals and contribute to projects that support environmental investigations, remediation efforts, natural resource assessments, site selection studies, and regulatory decision-making.
What You'll Do
- Assist with organizing, reviewing, and managing environmental and geospatial datasets
- Support Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping, spatial analysis, and visualization efforts
- Georeference and digitize historical maps, aerial imagery, and other environmental record
- Prepare maps, figures, dashboards, and technical graphics for reports and client deliverables
- Assist with environmental research, data collection, and interpretation of environmental information
- Support web mapping applications, field data collection systems, and spatial databases
- Analyze environmental and spatial data to identify trends, patterns, and insights
- Collaborate with environmental scientists, engineers, geologists, data analysts, and other technical professionals on project tasks
- Assist with technical reporting, data management, and project documentation
- Explore innovative technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, automation, and advanced analytics tools to enhance workflows and environmental decision-making
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of project and business objectives
What You'll Bring
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Data Science, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or related field
- Coursework or experience related to GIS, geospatial technologies, environmental data analysis, or spatial statistics
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to solve complex problems
- Interest in environmental consulting, sustainability, and applying technology to environmental challenges
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to learn
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with GIS software such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, or similar platforms
- Familiarity with programming or scripting languages such as Python, R, SQL, or Arcade
- Experience with data analytics, dashboards, data visualization, or database management
- Exposure to machine learning, artificial intelligence, automation tools, or generative AI technologies
- Previous internship, research, or project experience related to environmental, geospatial, or data-focused work
Salary Range:
$21.00 - $22.00
Benefits:
- Flexible Work Environment
- 401(k) with Company Match
Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.
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