Intern

About Alta: 

Alta Environmental & Infrastructure is one of Arizona’s fastest-growing engineering firms, with nearly 250 employees across the state. We’re 100% Arizona owned and managed, which means you’ll never feel like a number here. Our team delivers a full spectrum of services - civil engineering, surveying, geotechnical and materials testing, environmental, and EHS - giving you exposure to many paths and projects. 

Alta is big enough to offer opportunity, and advanced technology - yet small enough that you’ll know your team, see your impact, and have leadership that knows you. 

We’re proud to be a trusted partner to some of the nation’s largest corporations, developers, and public agencies - helping to build the future, while also protecting it through environmental stewardship and sustainable solutions. 

Alta Environmental & Infrastructure (Tucson) is seeking energetic and highly motivated engineering interns to join our team in Phoenix and Tucson locations.  The ideal candidate will have a technical background / education in geotechnical, civil, geological, environmental, engineering, construction or related field. Current students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply. You'll get to work side-by-side with experienced, licensed professionals who are committed to personal and professional development. Our offices are close to campus and foster a diverse, interactive and safety-focused culture!

 Responsibilities and Expectations:

• Assist in preparing technical reports
• Ability to work on a team or independently on less complex projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Clean driving record and the ability to pass a drug test required
• Travel to and Perform field sampling or testing 
• Collect and classify soil samples for geotechnical investigations
• Perform Phase I Environmental Site Assessments 

 Preferred Competencies

• Ability to adhere to safety standards and practices
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Knowledge of Autodesk Civil 3D
• Organization skills
• Results oriented and strong attention to detail

 Physical Demands

Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and may be required to lift up to 50 pounds.

 Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day.

 Qualifications:  

Currently enrolled in college or recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical, Civil, Geological Engineering or related field.

Must have a valid drivers license and be able to drive to our project sites.  

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Why Alta?

See your impact. 

How many people can drive by a highway, school, or major company and say, “I helped build that?” 

At Alta, every employee can. The work we do is visible in the infrastructure communities rely on every day. 

We’re passionate about developing people. Many of our leaders began their journey in entry level positions, and worked their way up into management. We invest in you from day one with hands-on training, paid certifications, and mentorship to help you progress in your career. 

Working at Alta means: 

• Career mobility: clear paths to grow into leadership roles.
• Multi-disciplinary exposure: civil, survey, geotechnical, materials testing, environmental, EHS, etc. 
• Investment in you: paid certifications and ongoing training. 
• Culture of belonging: supportive teams where your work is recognized.  
• Impact you can see: the chance to contribute to projects that define communities. 

All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include the following: criminal/civil background check and drug screen 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT. It is the policy of Alta E&I not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.