Environmental Program Specialist Internships
Environmental program specialist internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience managing compliance programs and environmental assessments, mentorship from working environmental program specialists, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with ATI, Trex Company, and National Grid among the employers posting roles now.
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From the edges of space to the bottoms of ocean, our materials are proven to perform - and so is our team. We're hiring high performers as proven as our products. Join us.
ATI Millersburg is seeking an Environmental Intern to join our team. If you are looking for an opportunity to support a growing, world-class manufacturing company with multiple manufacturing operations, then this position is for you!
Primary Responsibilities
Intern(s) in this position will gain valuable hands-on experience with environmental compliance in an ever-changing metals industry. Some duties of this position include:
- Support of the Title V Air Permit for ATI Millersburg, and the APCD Permit for Albany Operations, 34th Avenue facilities
- Perform field work with Air Program Engineer and Engineering to validate Air Program and PSM systems
- Work with consultants and Program Engineer to gather data in support of Cleaner Air Oregon and NAAQS regulations
- Provide guidance for CWE Students on Air Program Projects
May provide assistance on the following:
- Day-to-day compliance check for our air pollution control devices, along with weekly, monthly, and quarterly tasks
- Perform back-up calibrations for our On-Line-Testing group for monitoring devices
- Assist in preparing reports for regulatory agencies (DEQ, EPA, etc.)
- Generate monthly production reports in Oracle Business Intelligence to track plant emissions
- Create standardized training material through team-based risk assessments and task observation
- Maintain documentation in files and SharePoint system(s)
- Evaluate legal or permit requirements, chemical and biological data
- Complete routine environmental inspections for waste, water, and air compliance
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- College student who has completed an associate towards an engineering field of work. Must be a current student seeking a four-year degree.
- Preferably in a science or engineering-related field such as Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.
- Proficient writing skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Excel
- Must have a 2.5 GPA (overall)
- Must be a sole US Citizen (no dual citizenship)
- Must pass background/drug screen
- Must be able to climb stairs, be comfortable with heights, observe from a distance, wear a respirator, have a valid Oregon Driver's License, among the requirements to perform in this position
- Attend safety and environmental regulatory required trainings
- It is ATI's policy to not provide immigration sponsorship for any of the company's positions.
Proven to Perform.
From the edges of space to the bottoms of ocean, our materials are proven to perform - and so is our team. We're hiring high performers as proven as our products. Join us.
ATI Millersburg is seeking an Environmental Intern to join our team. If you are looking for an opportunity to support a growing, world-class manufacturing company with multiple manufacturing operations, then this position is for you!
Primary Responsibilities
Intern(s) in this position will gain valuable hands-on experience with environmental compliance in an ever-changing metals industry. Some duties of this position include:
- Support of the Title V Air Permit for ATI Millersburg, and the APCD Permit for Albany Operations, 34th Avenue facilities
- Perform field work with Air Program Engineer and Engineering to validate Air Program and PSM systems
- Work with consultants and Program Engineer to gather data in support of Cleaner Air Oregon and NAAQS regulations
- Provide guidance for CWE Students on Air Program Projects
May provide assistance on the following:
- Day-to-day compliance check for our air pollution control devices, along with weekly, monthly, and quarterly tasks
- Perform back-up calibrations for our On-Line-Testing group for monitoring devices
- Assist in preparing reports for regulatory agencies (DEQ, EPA, etc.)
- Generate monthly production reports in Oracle Business Intelligence to track plant emissions
- Create standardized training material through team-based risk assessments and task observation
- Maintain documentation in files and SharePoint system(s)
- Evaluate legal or permit requirements, chemical and biological data
- Complete routine environmental inspections for waste, water, and air compliance
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- College student who has completed an associate towards an engineering field of work. Must be a current student seeking a four-year degree.
- Preferably in a science or engineering-related field such as Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.
- Proficient writing skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Excel
- Must have a 2.5 GPA (overall)
- Must be a sole US Citizen (no dual citizenship)
- Must pass background/drug screen
- Must be able to climb stairs, be comfortable with heights, observe from a distance, wear a respirator, have a valid Oregon Driver's License, among the requirements to perform in this position
- Attend safety and environmental regulatory required trainings
- It is ATI's policy to not provide immigration sponsorship for any of the company's positions.
Environmental Program Specialist Internship Market
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Tips for Your Environmental Program Specialist Internship Search
Apply months before the program starts
Large federal agencies and corporate environmental teams open summer internship applications the preceding fall, sometimes as early as September. Smaller consulting firms and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings regularly from early fall through spring so you catch each employer at the right moment in their cycle.
Build a portfolio before you need one
Hiring teams for environmental program specialist interns expect limited work history and assess candidates on documented evidence instead. Compile two or three complete projects, such as GIS mapping analyses, environmental impact summaries, regulatory compliance audits, or field assessment write-ups, with the tools used and a link or attachment reviewers can open during screening.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied directly to your university, and professors with agency or consulting connections often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to firms running smaller cohorts at the same time widens the pool you reach beyond what any single fair covers.
Practice the environmental program specialist intern screen out loud
Intern interviews for this role typically include scenario-based questions on regulatory frameworks, a brief GIS or data interpretation exercise, or a policy analysis case. Practice answering out loud and walking through your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you approach a problem as much as the final conclusion you reach.
Target structured environmental internship pipelines early
Federal Pathways internships, Student Conservation Association placements, and corporate environmental cohort programs are built specifically to train people new to the field. They recruit months ahead of their start dates and fill fast. Identify the programs that align with your interests and apply in the first wave of their recruitment cycle rather than waiting for a second round.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 0% of the environmental program specialist internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start applying, then filter by location and work type so you are only reviewing roles that actually fit your situation and not sorting through postings you cannot take.
Environmental Program Specialist Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an environmental program specialist internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. The concrete artifact that gives recruiters something to assess is a portfolio of documented field assessments, compliance reports, or GIS mapping projects. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where environmental recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an environmental program specialist internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for environmental program specialist interns is performance on real compliance or program work, available headcount on the team, and return-offer timing aligned with graduation. Position yourself by delivering measurable results on assigned projects without counting on a standing offer at the end.
When should I apply for environmental program specialist internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large agencies and corporations recruit summer cohorts the preceding fall, sometimes as early as September or October. Smaller environmental consulting firms and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round and checking listings regularly throughout the academic year keeps you from missing cycles.
Are environmental program specialist internships paid?
Most professional environmental program specialist internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, sector, and location. Government agency internships sometimes include stipends through fellowship programs, while private consulting firms and corporate environmental teams typically pay hourly or weekly rates. Listings show compensation details where the employer chooses to disclose them.
What should an environmental program specialist internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history, naming the tools used and where reviewers can see the work, such as linked GIS analyses, published environmental impact summaries, or compliance audit case studies. Add relevant coursework in environmental science, policy, or regulatory frameworks. Keep the entire document to one page at the intern stage.
Are there remote environmental program specialist internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 100% of the environmental program specialist internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill quickly because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early once you have your materials ready and use the work-type filter to surface only the arrangements you can actually commit to.
What is a Student Conservation Association or Pathways internship for environmental program specialists?
Federal agencies and conservation organizations run structured intern pipelines, such as the Pathways Internship Program for federal positions and Student Conservation Association placements at parks and public lands, specifically designed to bring people new to environmental program work into government and nonprofit roles. Both recruit early, fill quickly, and are competitive, so identify the programs that match your goals and apply in the first wave of their recruitment cycle.
Can international students get environmental program specialist internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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