Granite Construction · 5 hours ago
Environmental Intern
Santa Barbara, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$23/hr - $26/hr
0+ years expGranite Construction is a leading heavy civil contractor and construction materials producer, offering valuable internship opportunities. The Environmental Intern will assist the Sustainability Lead in implementing the Sustainability Plan and developing effective communication strategies for sustainability initiatives.
ConstructionMiningTransportation
Hiring Manager
Jessica Somers
Responsibilities
Conduct research, perform analyses, and deliver reports on findings on sustainability-related topics as assigned to ensure a well-rounded sustainability strategy. Examples include researching sustainability in different infrastructure end-markets, conducting peer benchmarking, and gathering information on support programs and financial incentives for renewable energy transitions
Develop plans for the Company’s Sustainability Week, including creative ways to engage employees with the Company’s mission for sustainability
Monitor, facilitate and communicate progress of the Company’s sustainability programs and ensure program objectives are consistent with strategies, goals, measurements, and reporting standards
Partner with internal and external resources to coordinate the writing, layout, approval and publishing of sustainability reports to support the company branding as and industry sustainability leader
Coordinate with the Sustainability Objective Owners and business operations to ensure relevant data is collected, properly documented, and available to support reporting and company communications
Monitor renewable resources, sustainable work processes, and environmental science trends to ensure proper sustainability benchmarks are established to support management’s strategies in maintaining the Company’s industry leadership role
Provide administration to the Sustainability Council to support as a Center of Excellence by facilitating knowledge sharing and development of best practices
Assist with project proposals and expediting owner acceptance and implementation of sustainability initiatives that differentiate the company from its competition
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or graduate-level program
0-2 years related work experience preferred
Ability and willingness to abide by Granite's Code of Conduct daily
Demonstrated time management skills, along with a high level of proficiency with MS Office Suite and the ability to learn new software quickly
Strong problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to provide creative solutions to real-time challenges with consistent follow through
Attention to detail/accuracy, quick learner and internally motivated to seek out answers, generate ideas, and develop new skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively disseminate information and convey concepts, ideas and information
Ability to set priorities, organize work, and work in high production environment while responding quickly and effectively under pressure, changing priorities and tight timelines/deadlines
Team player who can operate effectively within a matrix management environment
Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
Valid driver's license
Preferred
0-2 years related work experience preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending plans
Special programs for musculoskeletal health
Mental wellness
Company
Granite Construction
Granite Construction is a construction company that specializes in transportation, mining, power, and tunneling.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Granite Construction has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (5)
2024 (4)
2023 (9)
2022 (3)
2021 (4)
2020 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$650M2024-06-06Post Ipo Debt· $325M
2023-05-08Post Ipo Debt· $325M
1990-04-20IPO
Leadership Team
Kyle Larkin
President and CEO
Jorge Quezada, MBA (He.Him.His)
Chief Diversity Officer / VP of People & Culture
Recent News
2025-12-08
2025-11-08
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