Geologist Internships
Geologist internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience in the field, mentorship from working geologists, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings cover Consulting & Professional Services, with CDM Smith, HALEY & ALDRICH, and Burns & McDonnell among the employers posting roles now.
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As a company, we aim to build a world where communities go beyond resilience, embracing change as an opportunity to enhance safety, well-being, and quality of life. Join us to accelerate this vision and your professional development.
We are looking to bring on an Intern, Environmental Scientist, Environmental Engineer, or Geologist to assist office engineers and project managers with day-to-day project tasks. This is a full-time role that will be about 2 months beginning Summer 2027. This is a fantastic opportunity to get some hands-on, working field experience and be a valuable contributor to our project teams. This role will be based out of our New York, NY office location.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful Candidate will:
- Serve in a field support role, working on interesting and technically challenging construction projects. Field activities may include construction observation, sampling of soil, groundwater or soil vapor, and observation of earthwork and foundation construction activities.
- Express a willingness to visit construction sites to assist in the field with our construction monitoring service group.
- Assist engineers and Project Managers with the planning and execution of site characterization, subsurface investigation, and construction of various infrastructure and real estate development projects.
- Assist with evaluation of subsurface environmental data.
- Assist in performing environmental design/analysis and developing environmental recommendations.
- Complete a presentation at the end of the internship period.
- Other duties as assigned
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
Minimum Skills and Requirements:
- Candidate should be at least 2 years into their academic career.
- Candidate should be enrolled in a an environmental engineering, environmental science, geology, or geoscience educational program (undergraduate or graduate).
- Demonstrate initiative and a willingness to learn.
- Be a collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.
- Computer Skills – Strong computer literacy skills including proficiency in all MS Office software.
- Valid driver’s license highly preferred.
- Ability to work for 2 consecutive months on a full-time basis.
- The salary range for this position in New York, NY is $20.00 - $25.00 hourly. Actual compensation will be based upon a variety of factors such as education, related work experience, certificates, skills, and current market conditions. Haley & Aldrich reviews salary ranges each quarter to assess competitiveness with the market.
As a company, we aim to build a world where communities go beyond resilience, embracing change as an opportunity to enhance safety, well-being, and quality of life. Join us to accelerate this vision and your professional development.
We are looking to bring on an Intern, Environmental Scientist, Environmental Engineer, or Geologist to assist office engineers and project managers with day-to-day project tasks. This is a full-time role that will be about 2 months beginning Summer 2027. This is a fantastic opportunity to get some hands-on, working field experience and be a valuable contributor to our project teams. This role will be based out of our New York, NY office location.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful Candidate will:
- Serve in a field support role, working on interesting and technically challenging construction projects. Field activities may include construction observation, sampling of soil, groundwater or soil vapor, and observation of earthwork and foundation construction activities.
- Express a willingness to visit construction sites to assist in the field with our construction monitoring service group.
- Assist engineers and Project Managers with the planning and execution of site characterization, subsurface investigation, and construction of various infrastructure and real estate development projects.
- Assist with evaluation of subsurface environmental data.
- Assist in performing environmental design/analysis and developing environmental recommendations.
- Complete a presentation at the end of the internship period.
- Other duties as assigned
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
Minimum Skills and Requirements:
- Candidate should be at least 2 years into their academic career.
- Candidate should be enrolled in a an environmental engineering, environmental science, geology, or geoscience educational program (undergraduate or graduate).
- Demonstrate initiative and a willingness to learn.
- Be a collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.
- Computer Skills – Strong computer literacy skills including proficiency in all MS Office software.
- Valid driver’s license highly preferred.
- Ability to work for 2 consecutive months on a full-time basis.
- The salary range for this position in New York, NY is $20.00 - $25.00 hourly. Actual compensation will be based upon a variety of factors such as education, related work experience, certificates, skills, and current market conditions. Haley & Aldrich reviews salary ranges each quarter to assess competitiveness with the market.
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Tips for Your Geologist Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large employers in energy, mining, and environmental consulting recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with some deadlines closing in October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so check listings throughout the year rather than waiting for a single application season.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Geologist intern hiring teams expect limited work history, so your projects carry the most weight. Document two or three completed efforts, field mapping exercises, GIS analyses, petrographic studies, or geochemical datasets, with the software and methods used. A shareable portfolio or organized lab report gives recruiters something concrete to review.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside that campus activity, combining both channels widens the pool you reach.
Practice your technical screen out loud before applying
Geologist intern interviews typically include a technical component covering geology fundamentals, field methods, or software tools such as ArcGIS, Rockworks, or Petrel, depending on the specialty. Practice explaining your reasoning aloud on sample problems, interviewers weigh how you think through a question as much as the final answer.
Target structured geologist internship programs early
Larger employers in federal agencies like the USGS, major energy companies, and environmental consulting firms run cohort or rotational internship programs designed to train people new to the field. These programs recruit on fixed schedules, fill fast, and are competitive, so identify the ones that match your specialty and apply in the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 100% of the geologist internships listed here. Decide what location and work arrangement you can commit to before sorting through openings, and filter by work type from the start so you're not spending time on roles you can't take.
Geologist Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a geologist internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For geologist candidates, a documented field project, lab report, or geologic map gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Apply directly to companies and attend campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a geologist internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it most is performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and whether you discuss return-offer timing before the internship ends. Treat every deliverable seriously and ask your manager early what a strong finish looks like.
When should I apply for geologist internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers, energy companies, mining firms, and government agencies, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often with deadlines in October or November. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly rather than waiting for a single application window.
Are geologist internships paid?
Most professional geologist internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, so it isn't uniform across the field. Listings show pay where the employer discloses it, which lets you compare opportunities before you apply.
What should a geologist internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools and methods used, field mapping exercises, petrographic analyses, GIS projects, or geochemical datasets are the kind of role-specific proof that gives reviewers something to evaluate. Add relevant coursework, keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote geologist internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the geologist internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get geologist internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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