SCS Engineers is looking for a summer 2026 intern for our Santa Maria, CA office. This opportunity offers valuable hands-on experience in both technical engineering and business operations through a diverse range of client projects while giving you the chance to explore the beginnings of your own career path.

 

As an intern, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals on projects centered around on field sampling for odors, olfactometry, land use permitting, air quality monitoring, and report writing for governing agencies. You will typically work 40 hours per week.

You will contribute to our projects by assisting SCS project teams with the following tasks:

• Construction observation and documentation
• On-site sample collection of various compounds
• Laboratory data management and review
• Field Sampling for Odors
• Operations and Maintenance of Ambient Air Analyzers
• Reporting and calculation preparation
• CAD drafting
• Being an Odor Panelist
• GIS mapping

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in engineering or science and graduating by June 2028 required.
• Must be willing to live in the ­­­­­Santa Maria area for Summer 2026 (housing allowance will not be provided)
• Solid technical and computer skills (Excel and Word experience required, GIS preferred but not necessary)
• Valid driver's license with a driving record in good standing required
• Ability to travel overnight for work outside of an office setting may be required.
• Preference for candidates who demonstrate a desire to pursue a career in consulting and professional licensure upon graduation.

What You’ll Gain

• Paid internship experience
• Mentorship from seasoned engineers and scientists
• Networking and development opportunities
• Exposure to diverse engineering and science projects
• A collaborative, employee-owned company culture

Timeline

• Internship runs from May/June to August/September 2026
• Start and end dates are flexible to accommodate academic schedules 

 

Pay for this role is between $20-$24/hr depending on your experience.

USD $20.00 - USD $24.00 /Hr.

Whether it's reducing methane emissions at agricultural facilities and landfills, repurposing contaminated properties, producing alternative energy, or sequestering carbon, we've been focused on finding smart climate solutions and improving the natural environment since our inception over 50 years ago. Join our 100% employee-owned firm and start creating your own legacy. As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a competitive package.

SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status.

If you have questions, difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at recruiting@scsengineers.com.