Internship Material Science Postdoc Jobs in Riverside, CA

At PARTNER, success starts with the right mindset: connection, compassion, and curiosity. Whether consulting with clients or collaborating with colleagues, these principles guide how we work. We deliver engineering, environmental, and energy consulting, plus design services across the Americas, Europe, and beyond. As a leader in Commercial Real Estate (CRE), we’re 1,600+ professionals strong in 40+ offices. Our mission is simple: create the best home for talented professionals. If you value delivering exceptional experiences through problem-solving, coordination, and a mindset of care for clients and colleagues, you’ll feel right at home. That approach has earned us recognition on ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms, Inc. 5000’s Fastest-Growing Companies, and Zweig’s Best Firms to Work For. Here, your ideas matter, your impact is real, and your work helps shape the future. Check out this role and join our team of talented professionals.

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Job Overview:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Environmental Site Assessor to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for early-career professionals to gain hands-on experience in environmental due diligence and site assessment. You will work alongside industry experts and contribute to impactful projects from day one. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement. You will be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, integrity, and excellence.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Conduct Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) in accordance with ASTM standards and EPA regulations.
• Perform site reconnaissance to identify potential environmental concerns, including visual inspections and interviews.
• Investigate historical land use through aerial photos, fire insurance maps, city directories, and regulatory databases.
• Analyze environmental records and regulatory agency files to assess contamination risks.
• Draft clear, concise, and technically sound ESA reports, including findings and recommendations.
• Prepare supporting documentation such as site maps, figures, appendices, and photographic logs.
• May collect limited samples (building materials, water, air, etc.) when necessary, following safety protocols.
• Communicate with clients, property owners, and site contacts to coordinate access and gather information.
• Collaborate with project managers and technical reviewers to ensure project success.
• Track project timelines, deliverables, and budgets to ensure timely completion.
• Stay current on environmental regulations, industry trends, and best practices.
• Participate in training sessions, webinars, and mentorship opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Biology, or other related field.
• 2+ years writing Phase I environmental site assessments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for field work.
• Internship or consulting experience is a plus but not required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Curiosity, motivation, and a desire to learn.
• Ability to work on projects concurrently
• Proven ability to successfully deliver a quality product on time
• Ability to cultivate strong relationships within a team

Additional Information:

• This position’s work mode is in-office.
• Relocation does not apply to this position.

Compensation:

Salary range is $55,000 to $90,000. This is what we reasonably expect to pay for the role.

The pay scale for this role considers a wide range of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Please note, the disclosed pay scale estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic location where the position may be filled. You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive bonus program which is dependent on various factors, including, but not limited to individual and organizational performance.

Benefits:

Competitive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, vacation, and sick time, and a 401(k) plan with a company match.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Partner Engineering & Science, Inc. is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based on an individual’s race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act), reproductive health decision making, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We will consider qualified applicants who have criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law.

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