Stormwater Inspection Intern (La Crosse, WI)

position summary

Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) is seeking a Stormwater Inspection Intern to join our team for Summer 2026! The Stormwater Inspection Intern will support environmental compliance efforts for electric transmission line construction projects. This role is responsible for conducting routine field inspections to ensure adherence to Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), permit requirements, and best management practices (BMPs). The position works closely with construction teams, environmental specialists, and project managers to minimize environmental impacts and maintain regulatory compliance.

This is a paid internship open to students who are within a year of graduating and recent graduates that will be based out of southwestern Wisconsin. The anticipated hourly rate will be between $20.00-$25.00 per hour. Opportunities for an internship extension or employment may be available following this summer internship.

why Merjent?

Merjent is a medium-sized consulting company dedicated to creating an environment where both people and projects succeed. Merjent facilitates organic growth within the company and encourages employees to bring their ideas forward to grow existing and create new service lines within and beyond the currently served sectors of energy, transportation, manufacturing, and construction, land development industries, and government.

The Merjent difference is real – it's based on a commitment to our values, which guides us in how we work with clients and each other. Our commitment to quality and professional integrity encompasses everything we do. We are proud of our reputation for delivering quality work and building long-term, trusting relationships with our clients and with regulatory agencies.

responsibilities

• Conduct routine and post-precipitation stormwater inspections along active transmission line construction spreads, access roads, and staging areas.
• Monitor installation, maintenance, and effectiveness of erosion and sediment control BMPs (e.g., silt fence, wattles, inlet protection, slope stabilization).
• Document site conditions through detailed field notes, photographs, and standardized inspection reports.
• Identify compliance issues and communicate corrective actions to construction personnel in a timely and professional manner.
• Track and verify completion of corrective actions to ensure compliance with SWPPP and permit requirements.
• Assist in preparing inspection reports for submittal to regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders.
• Support environmental staff with permit tracking, documentation management, and general compliance tasks.
• Maintain awareness of project-specific permits, including NPDES/Construction General Permits and local requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture and adhere to all company and client safety protocols while working in active construction environments

qualifications and experience

• Pursuing or completed B.A. or B.S. degree.
• Initiative-taker and with excellent organizational/task management skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly and work well in large teams and one-on-one.
• Detail oriented with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Proficient at the Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

E-Verify

Merjent, Inc. participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Candidates interested in applying should submit a completed Application for Employment (cover letter and resume) to merjent.applicantpro.com.

Merjent, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.

Merjent is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity.