CPT Environmental Compliance Inspector Jobs
Environmental Compliance Inspector jobs on CPT place you in roles verifying regulatory adherence under EPA, state, and local environmental laws. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the work must tie directly to your environmental science, engineering, or policy curriculum. Most positions run six to twelve months.
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The Co‐op will support the Environmental Services Section by reviewing MassDOT projects statewide to ensure compliance with state and federal environmental regulations. Duties may include reviewing project construction plans, analyzing project areas using ArcGIS, evaluating projects against environmental regulations, reviewing and developing permit applications, and performing occasional field work.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Co‐op will work closely with MassDOT staff to complete all tasks and will gain a broad range of knowledge in environmental regulations, policies and practices, including the Clean Water Act, the National Environmental Policy Act, the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act, the Endangered Species Act, the Wetlands Protection Act, Resilience, Sustainability, Carbon Reduction, River Science / Fluvial Geomorphology, and various regulations and policies associated with hazardous materials, historic and archeological resources, and conservation land/open space.
The Co‐op will work closely with the Wetlands and Water Resources Unit to review projects and ensure federal and state wetland permits are received before project advertisement. Duties may include reviewing plans and permit applications, assisting with wetland delineations, geographic information systems (GIS) project screening, and data management in GIS, Excel, and/or other systems. Occasional field work may be required for site visits, wetland delineations, and stream assessments.
The Co‐op will work closely with the Wildlife and Endangered Species Unit to review projects and ensure federal and state endangered species clearances are received before project advertisement. Duties may include reviewing plans and endangered species consultations, assisting with consultation preparation and submittal, coordinating rare species permitting, GIS project screening, and data management in GIS, Excel, and/or other systems. Occasional field work may be required for site visits, rare species monitoring, and stream assessments.
The Co‐op will also support the Stormwater Unit in implementing the statewide Stormwater Program. This will include assisting with collecting drainage infrastructure asset data in accordance with the MassDOT Asset Management Program; reviewing stormwater retrofit design plans; developing an inspection and maintenance protocol for stormwater treatment facilities; developing permit applications and reports for Stormwater Retrofit Projects in accordance with state and federal regulations, and daily administrative tasks associated with the Stormwater Program.
In addition to meeting the minimum entrance requirements for this position, it is desirable that the selected applicant should possess the following:
- Familiarity in hydrology and hydraulics, environmental policy, wetland science, hazardous materials, or conservation biology
- An interest in environmental and transportation topics
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ArcGIS
- Excellent organizational abilities
- Ability to operate effectively and professionally under pressure
- Self‐motivated with strong aptitude and desire to learn and perform duties with limited supervision
- Demonstrated ability to take direction and communicate clearly both verbally and in writing
- Demonstrated positive "can do" attitude
Qualifications
Minimum Entrance Requirements
This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.
All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.
Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.
- For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us.
- For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857‐368‐4722.
- For a disability‐related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, Lucy Bayard, ADA Coordinator at 857‐274‐1935.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self‐select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Official Title: Contracted Student Interns
Primary Location: United States‐Massachusetts‐10 Park Plaza
Job: Environmental and Energy
Agency: Massachusetts Department of Transportation
Schedule: Full‐time
Shift: Day
Job Posting: Oct 29, 2026, 2:17:19 PM
Number of Openings: 4
Salary: 20.00 - 21.00 Hourly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Derrick Mann - 8573688541
Bargaining Unit: Non
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes
Position Summary
The Co‐op will support the Environmental Services Section by reviewing MassDOT projects statewide to ensure compliance with state and federal environmental regulations. Duties may include reviewing project construction plans, analyzing project areas using ArcGIS, evaluating projects against environmental regulations, reviewing and developing permit applications, and performing occasional field work.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Co‐op will work closely with MassDOT staff to complete all tasks and will gain a broad range of knowledge in environmental regulations, policies and practices, including the Clean Water Act, the National Environmental Policy Act, the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act, the Endangered Species Act, the Wetlands Protection Act, Resilience, Sustainability, Carbon Reduction, River Science / Fluvial Geomorphology, and various regulations and policies associated with hazardous materials, historic and archeological resources, and conservation land/open space.
The Co‐op will work closely with the Wetlands and Water Resources Unit to review projects and ensure federal and state wetland permits are received before project advertisement. Duties may include reviewing plans and permit applications, assisting with wetland delineations, geographic information systems (GIS) project screening, and data management in GIS, Excel, and/or other systems. Occasional field work may be required for site visits, wetland delineations, and stream assessments.
The Co‐op will work closely with the Wildlife and Endangered Species Unit to review projects and ensure federal and state endangered species clearances are received before project advertisement. Duties may include reviewing plans and endangered species consultations, assisting with consultation preparation and submittal, coordinating rare species permitting, GIS project screening, and data management in GIS, Excel, and/or other systems. Occasional field work may be required for site visits, rare species monitoring, and stream assessments.
The Co‐op will also support the Stormwater Unit in implementing the statewide Stormwater Program. This will include assisting with collecting drainage infrastructure asset data in accordance with the MassDOT Asset Management Program; reviewing stormwater retrofit design plans; developing an inspection and maintenance protocol for stormwater treatment facilities; developing permit applications and reports for Stormwater Retrofit Projects in accordance with state and federal regulations, and daily administrative tasks associated with the Stormwater Program.
In addition to meeting the minimum entrance requirements for this position, it is desirable that the selected applicant should possess the following:
- Familiarity in hydrology and hydraulics, environmental policy, wetland science, hazardous materials, or conservation biology
- An interest in environmental and transportation topics
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ArcGIS
- Excellent organizational abilities
- Ability to operate effectively and professionally under pressure
- Self‐motivated with strong aptitude and desire to learn and perform duties with limited supervision
- Demonstrated ability to take direction and communicate clearly both verbally and in writing
- Demonstrated positive "can do" attitude
Qualifications
Minimum Entrance Requirements
This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.
All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.
Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.
- For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us.
- For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857‐368‐4722.
- For a disability‐related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, Lucy Bayard, ADA Coordinator at 857‐274‐1935.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self‐select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Official Title: Contracted Student Interns
Primary Location: United States‐Massachusetts‐10 Park Plaza
Job: Environmental and Energy
Agency: Massachusetts Department of Transportation
Schedule: Full‐time
Shift: Day
Job Posting: Oct 29, 2026, 2:17:19 PM
Number of Openings: 4
Salary: 20.00 - 21.00 Hourly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Derrick Mann - 8573688541
Bargaining Unit: Non
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes
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Does Environmental Compliance Inspector work qualify as CPT?
Yes, if your academic program is directly related to environmental science, engineering, natural resources, or environmental policy. The work must be an integral part of your curriculum, not just relevant to your field. Your DSO evaluates that connection, so bring course descriptions and a job description to your authorization meeting before you accept any offer.
Can I do CPT at a private environmental consulting firm, or only at government agencies?
Both are valid CPT employers. Private consulting firms that conduct compliance audits, remediation oversight, or regulatory reporting for corporate clients qualify as long as your DSO approves the curricular connection. Government agencies tend to have more structured internship pipelines, but private firms frequently offer longer placements with broader fieldwork exposure.
How do I find Environmental Compliance Inspector internships that are open to F-1 CPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Environmental Compliance Inspector roles filtered by employers with work-authorization hiring history, so you're not cold-applying to organizations unfamiliar with F-1 status. Cross-reference those results with regional EPA offices, state environmental agencies, and environmental engineering firms that post student openings each semester.
What documents do I need from my employer to get CPT authorized?
Your DSO typically requires a signed offer letter stating your job title, employer name and address, exact start and end dates, and confirmation the role relates to your field of study. Some schools also ask for a brief description of daily duties. Get all of this in writing before your DSO appointment because missing details require a second round of employer outreach.
Does CPT experience as an Environmental Compliance Inspector count toward H-1B specialty occupation evidence?
CPT work experience in this role can support an H-1B visa petition under the specialty occupation standard if the position required applying environmental science or engineering knowledge. Document your duties, any licenses or certifications used, and the regulatory frameworks you worked under. USCIS evaluates specialty occupation based on job duties and degree requirements, so contemporaneous records from your CPT period matter.