Sustainability Intern

About Hensel Phelps:

Founded in 1937 Hensel Phelps specializes in building development construction and facility services in markets ranging from aviation to government commercial transportation critical facilities and healthcare. Ranked #1 in aviation and #6 overall general contractor in 2024 by BDC Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee-owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver EXCELLENCE in all we do and supported by our core values of Ownership Integrity Builder Diversity and Community Hensel Phelps brings our clients visions to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property.

Position Description:

Sustainability Interns will apply their knowledge and experience at a fast-paced innovative company while working with the latest technology and tools. Interns will contribute to meaningful projects and work closely with a mentor. If you are passionate about processes and sustainability our internship is the perfect fit for you. We will offer one internship each year with a focus on every aspect of our sustainability program.

Position Qualifications:

• Candidates are preferred to be pursuing a 4-year degree in Sustainability and Environmental Management Civil Structural Architecture or Construction Management at an accredited university.
• Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills with an emphasis on customer service.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to seek out technical solutions and be self-directed.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced virtual environment while communicating with internal stakeholders regarding the status of key deliverables.
• Task-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Essential Duties:

Get hands-on experience in different sustainability focus areas:

• Visiting job sites to assist with submittal reviews and Green Badger tracking (our LEED tracking software).
• Scope 1 2 and 3 carbon data gathering.
• Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) and submittal reviews.
• Developing and reviewing LEED requirements for projects.
• Embodied carbon tracking.
• Jobsite wellness program management.
• Implementing jobsite sustainability process.

Physical Work Classification & Demands:

• Light Work. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• The individual in this position will periodically walk kneel sit crouch reach stoop read/see speak push pull lift stand and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and office activity.
• Walking - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets office machinery boxes cabinets etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery such as a calculator copy machine phone computer and computer printer.
• The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office administration.
• Constantly computes analyzes and conceptualizes mathematical calculations and formulas.
• Constantly reads written communications and views email submissions.
• The person in this position regularly sits in a stationary position in front of a computer screen.
• Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
• Rarely exposed to high and low temperatures
• Rarely exposed to noisy environments and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

Benefits:

Hensel Phelps believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire.

Compensation Range: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour depending on project location plus housing or housing allowance.

Any Employment Offers are Contingent Upon Successful Completion of the Following:

• Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility
• Substance Abuse Screening
• Physical Exam (if applicable)
• Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer:

Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity employer. Hensel Phelps is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race color religion sex age national origin sexual orientation gender identity and expression domestic partner status pregnancy disability citizenship genetic information protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Required Experience:

Intern