Intern/Co-op – Environmental Permitting & Compliance (Summer 2027)

Houston, TXOnsiteInternshipJunior / Entry-levelPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

Environmental Permitting
Compliance
air
wastewater
stormwater
waste
spill prevention
storage tanks
EPCRA
Tier II

Nice to have

Jr. year
Sr. year

Role summary

Langan is seeking an Intern/Co-op for Environmental Permitting & Compliance in Houston, TX. This role will assist with multimedia compliance and permitting projects, supporting environmental permitting and compliance leadership. Responsibilities include preparing permits and compliance programs (air, wastewater, stormwater, waste, etc.), conducting emissions calculations, regulatory research, compliance audits, preparing technical documents, and performing field inspections and sample collection. Qualifications include pursuing a degree in Environmental or Chemical Engineering with a GPA of 3.0+, proficiency in MS Office, a valid driver's license, and strong communication and analytical skills.

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking an Intern/Co-op – Environmental Permitting & Compliance to join its collaborative team in Houston, TX. This individual will serve a key function in providing assistance to support multimedia compliance and permitting projects. In this role, you will have the opportunity to partner directly with environmental permitting and compliance leadership and gain exposure to technical report writing, preparation of calculations and regulatory reports, preparation of permit applications, and on-site inspections and support.

Job Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of permits and compliance programs for multiple environmental media, including air, wastewater, stormwater, waste, spill prevention and storage tanks, EPCRA (Tier II, TRI);

Support air projects, focusing on emissions calculations, permit preparation, regulatory research and applicability reviews, NESHAP/NSPS compliance, and other air quality related tasks;

Review and/or learn multi-media environmental compliance audits, gap assessments, inspections, and program reviews;

Assist in the preparation of various monitoring and spill prevention and contingency plans/programs (SPCC, FRP, SWPPP, Hazardous Waste Contingency Plans, TOMP, Slug Control, etc.);

Assist in the preparation of technical documents including reports, plans/programs, permit applications, and other written deliverables;

Prepare templates for various reports and plans;

Conduct field support at client sites including routine site inspections, collection of samples, and on-call support; and,

Perform other field and office duties as requested.

Qualifications

Student actively pursuing a four year or advanced degree in Environmental Engineering or Chemical Engineering;

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater;

Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment;

Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and other related software;

Possess reliable transportation to access job sites and a valid driver’s license in good standing;

Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities; and

Travel may be required based on business needs and project assignments. Travel requirements may vary by position and may change based on business needs.

Please provide your resume. Preference will be given to students who are currently in their Jr. or Sr. year or to students pursuing their MS degree.

Langan does not provide housing or relocation assistance for internship/co-op positions

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.

Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice at Collection to understand how we collect, use, and retain your personal information: https://www.langan.com/langan-notice-at-collection

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