Environmental Engineer Intern (Summer 2025)

ABOUT THE ROLE

As we continue to look for more sustainable ways to build, we need world-class talent to join our team. We are seeking an Environmental Engineer Intern for Summer 2025 who is passionate about sustainability, driven by curiosity and keen to grow, learn, develop and thrive in our high-performance culture. This opportunity will be a 10-week, paid internship beginning May 27th, 2025. 

This internship will be based at our Portland cement plant in Florence, CO. 

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

As an Environmental Engineer Intern, you will work closely with our team to ensure that our cement plant operates in an environmentally responsible manner. You will play a key role in evaluating and improving our environmental practices, while also engaging with employees in the field to refine and implement environmental procedures.

• Environmental Program Enhancement: Actively participate in the continuous improvement of environmental initiatives, contributing innovative ideas and perspectives.
• Field Engagement: Conduct daily interactions with plant employees and contractors, providing guidance on environmental practices and procedures.
• Inspections and Monitoring: Perform regular environmental inspections, monitoring, and testing of equipment, processes, and emissions to ensure compliance with environmental standards.
• Data Collection and Analysis: Collect and analyze environmental data, including air and water quality, waste management, and energy consumption, to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Safety Protocols: Assist in the implementation and monitoring of safety protocols and procedures to ensure compliance with Holcim standards.
• Skill Application: Utilize a range of skills and knowledge in day-to-day operations, working collaboratively to achieve team and company goals.
• Executive Presentation: At the end of your internship, you'll present your learnings and contributions to our executive leadership team.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for enthusiastic students who meet the following criteria:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program majoring in  Environmental Engineering or similar field.
• Strong academic performance with a solid understanding of engineering principles.
• Geographic flexibility to work at various sites.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• High energy and a proactive approach to tackling new challenges.
• A team player who can collaborate across different levels of the organization.
• Willingness to spend significant time in the field, gaining hands-on experience and firsthand knowledge of our business operations.

SCHEDULE AND ENVIRONMENT

• Work Schedule: This is an onsite role with a mandatory 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday, working an 8-hour shift each day.
• Work Environment: You will be working in a cement manufacturing and production environment, which includes exposure to moving mechanical equipment, airborne particles, and various weather conditions.
• Transportation: Interns are responsible for their own transportation to and from their worksites.
• Travel: Throughout the internship, you may need to travel to other sites for tours, shadowing experiences, or intern events.

BENEFITS OF OUR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

• Industry Experience: Gain practical experience within the building materials industry.
• Professional Development: Benefit from mentorship and professional development training throughout the summer.
• Dynamic Culture: Be part of a culture that values diversity, teamwork, work/life balance, and recognition.
• Career Path: Explore potential opportunities for full-time employment after graduation with a fast-growing and successful company.