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Mortenson Construction Environmental Intern in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Join the team committed to crafting inspiring spaces and developing new ways to build. Mortenson is seeking dynamic and motivated individuals with the ability to work well with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, inventive, proactive and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. This internship with our Environmental team will grow your skillset with opportunities of focus in a variety of areas including: environmental compliance, pre-construction planning, field operations, and quality management. Responsibilities Responsibilities may include: Championing Mortenson's zero injury safety requirements. Supporting Mortenson's environmental, construction management, and self-perform teams. Developing environmental orientation and training programs and materials. Conducting work site environmental inspections. Selecting best management practices for environmental management and compliance. Collaborating with teams in preconstruction and pre-installation meetings as well as environmental incident analysis and response. Completing research on current environmental rules and regulations applicable to the construction industry. Providing summary communications to teams and individuals. Supporting environmental due diligence, permitting, and the evaluation of requests for proposals and bid packages. Assisting with environmental plan preparation, review, and submission. Partnering with teams to determine construction sequencing and schedule maintenance. Communicating with subcontractors via coordination meetings, calls, and email correspondence. Utilizing industry-leading technology and software to assist in construction processes. Consulting with subcontractors and material suppliers. Handling material procurement. Participating in architect and owner interaction. Required Skills: Cultivate your skills in your chosen field of study and build your career with Mortenson. We look forward to hearing from you if you: Are currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Construction, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Biology, or other related degree. Are comfortable with exposure to dirt, heat, noise, dust, and a trailer office environment Possess the right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer Have a basic understanding of environmental law and generally accepted business practices Demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills and show initiative Showcase a positive and professional attitude and solid customer service skills Are detail-oriented, organized, and can effectively handle multiple tasks Preferred Qualifications: Are you adaptable and an agile learner? Do you have big ideas and a creative spirit? Are you driven to make a positive difference through your work? We want to hear from you. You are perfect for this opportunity if you: Have previous related internship experience Have achieved a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 / 4.0 Are willing to be mobile/relocate Have access to reliable transportation Possess a current driver's license Group / Location: Minneapolis, MN, Environmental Additional Information: You will join an exciting and ever-changing industry with a minimum 12-week internship with our team, the summer of 2024. Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.