Build practical permitting knowledge while researching jurisdictional requirements, organizing permit applications, and supporting land development projects through review and approval.
About the Role
Bohler's Melville, NY office, serving projects throughout the outer New York City metropolitan area, is seeking a curious and organized Permitting Intern. You will work alongside permitting, design, and project professionals to support active applications and learn how requirements, documentation, agency reviews, and project communication come together throughout the approval process.
What You'll Do
- Learn the stages of the permitting process and how applications progress through jurisdictional review and approval.
- Assist with organizing permit applications, fee information, signatures, plan sets, and supporting documentation.
- Help track application status, deadlines, agency comments, inspections, and project milestones.
- Research jurisdictional filing requirements with guidance from the permitting team.
- Gather information from permitting, design, and project team members to support active applications.
- Help maintain organized agency information and electronic and paper project records.
What You'll Gain
- Exposure to active permit applications and jurisdictional approval processes.
- An understanding of how permitting supports the land development lifecycle.
- Experience collaborating with permitting professionals, designers, engineers, and project teams.
- Opportunities to strengthen research, organization, communication, and project tracking skills.
- Guidance and feedback focused on your internship goals and professional development.
What You'll Bring
- High School Diploma or GED required; current enrollment in an associate, bachelor's, or master's degree program in a field related to the work preferred.
- Interest in permitting, land development, construction, planning, real estate development, or project coordination.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Organization, attention to detail, curiosity, and a willingness to learn as part of a team.
Start building the experience, relationships, and permitting knowledge that can launch your career at Bohler.
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Who You Are
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Tell us your story; your unique perspective matters here.
Why Bohler
At Bohler, we empower the ambitious to become the accomplished. Our purpose-driven culture connects driven professionals across disciplines and fosters collaboration, growth, and achievement. We provide land development consulting and site design services for commercial, institutional, and residential markets, helping to transform communities for the better.
Compensation and Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) match of 1:1 up to 6%
- Paid time off and holidays
- Eligibility for bi-annual performance bonuses and annual salary reviews/adjustments
- Office and company-wide events that provide a fun atmosphere
- Wellness programs, paid maternity/paternity leave, bereavement leave, life insurance, and more
Eligibility for specific benefits may vary based on employment status (full-time or part-time).
Work Authorization
Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States. Bohler does not sponsor petition-based employment visas that require formal USCIS filings, such as H-1B or PERM-based green cards. Bohler may provide employer support letters for TN (Canadian or Mexican citizens) or E-3 (Australian citizens) when business needs permit. Please contact our
team-recruiting@bohlereng.com
if you have questions about your eligibility for visa status.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Bohler is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or participate in an interview, please contact us at
accommodations@bohlereng.com
.