Intern, Demolition, Decontamination, and Decommissioning (DDD)

Build hands-on experience, make a real-world impact, and jump-start your environmental career with a global leader.

Why This Role Matters

ERM is seeking an Environmental Intern to join our top-ranked global environmental consulting firm in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

This individual will work on complex site, remediation, and environmental construction projects at various oil & gas, industrial manufacturing, and power plant sites across North America.

In this role, you will be part of the project delivery team focused on sites with an emphasis on demolition, decontamination, and decommissioning (DDD).

This is your opportunity to learn from industry experts, build technical and field skills, and explore a meaningful career path with a top-ranked global sustainability consultancy.

What Your Impact Is

In this role, you will contribute directly to project planning, execution, and on-site activities that support the safe and efficient management of contaminated sites.

You’ll help ensure quality, compliance, and smooth field operations while developing a strong foundation in:


* Risk identification and mitigation


* Subcontractor management


* Waste characterization sampling


* Regulatory awareness


* Conflict resolution


* Project scheduling


* Team coordination


* Health & Safety best practices

What You’ll Bring

Required


* Actively pursuing a four-year or advanced degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Construction Management, or related field.


* Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.


* Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and sound judgment.


* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.


* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.


* Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license in good standing.


* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


* Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.


* Willingness to travel (including overnight stays) for field assignments across the U.S.

Preferred


* Previous environmental, construction, or fieldwork experience (coursework, labs, internships, or volunteer work).


* Familiarity with safety protocols, field sampling, or environmental regulations.


* Interest in contaminated site management, remediation, or construction oversight.

Key Responsibilities


* Support Project Managers with planning and executing remediation and DDD/asbestos/construction projects—including design reviews, cost estimates, pre-construction coordination, field staff oversight, and schedule tracking.


* Participate in client meetings, progress reviews, and subcontractor management activities.


* Assist in reviewing contractor submittals, Requests for Information, clarification documents, change order requests, and other specification-driven documentation.


* Help resolve issues identified during inspection or contract administration processes.


* Conduct field samplin...