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APTIM · 1 month ago

Sustainability Solutions Intern (STRIVE Program)

Irvine, CA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$23/hr - $26/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and natural world. The Sustainability Solutions internship position involves working on Sustainability & Environmental Compliance projects, supporting various sustainability initiatives, and collaborating with teams to gather and analyze environmental data.

Environmental Services

Responsibilities

Creating and developing an organization's short- and long-term sustainability strategies

Support recycling and waste reduction initiatives, including helping clients with compliance

Support APTIM's nationwide waste diversion and reduction programs

Collecting and organizing sustainability data, including energy & water consumption, waste, and recycling

Helping evaluate the effectiveness of sustainability programs

Research and review environmental codes and regulations

Group meetings with interns across the country and in other disciplines

Communication of technical concepts, evaluation results, plans, reports, etc. via oral presentations

Work independently or as part of a project team and be able to adjust to changing site or project conditions; and

Use of best practices and knowledge to improve products or services in own discipline

Supporting compliance and permitting tasks associated with hazardous waste and hazardous materials management, aboveground storage tanks, spill prevention, storm water

Contributing to environmental documents and compliance processes

Regulatory research and analysis

Data management support including data interpretation and recordkeeping

Working under the supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member

Collaborating on environmental reports

Potential client facility visits for data gathering

Use of innovative technology and tablets for data collection and use of environmental data systems

Qualification

Sustainability strategiesEnvironmental complianceData managementSustainability certificationsEnvironmental researchTeam collaborationTime managementCommunication skills

Required

Enrollment in and completion of at least three years of study in a Bachelor's degree program in a Science or Engineering field of study, such as Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Business or similar

Basic knowledge of sustainability theories, practices, and local, national, and global initiatives

Collaborative and inquisitive person looking to develop experience in environmental and sustainability disciplines beyond the classroom

Willingness to learn and to apply current coursework as needed

Ability to work remotely and/or at a site location

Ability to work with and contribute to a team

Time management, organization, and communication skills a plus but we will help you develop these skills

Must be at least 18 years of age with a clean driving record

Minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA with at least 60 hours of coursework completed

Preferred

In fourth year of study in a Bachelor's degree program OR at least one year of study in a Master's degree program in a Science or Engineering field of study, such as Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability or similar

Relevant entry-level sustainability certifications such as Green Business Certification Inc.'s (GBCI's) Sustainability Excellence Associate (SEA) and/or Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) Green Associate

Benefits

Work that is worthy of your time and talent

Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home

Dogged determination to deliver high quality services for our clients and communities

A voice in making our company better

Investment into your personal and professional development

Company

APTIM

APTIM specializes in engineering, program management, environmental services, disaster recovery, maintenance&construction services. It is a sub-organization of Veritas Capital.

Founded in 2017