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Get Access To All JobsPosition Summary: Republic Services’ internship program is designed to provide an opportunity to learn about our Company and various aspects of our industry and business. Interns will gain valuable business experience by holding a position within a functional area (department) or a local division (a location) and by executing a project that improves the function/division related to their courses of study or desired career paths. All interns are supported throughout the internship by a mentor/coach who is not the direct supervisor. An experience review takes place for all internships during which the intern presents the outcome of his/her project to leadership. An intern will work in one or more functional or operational areas and will carry out tasks related to the function or operation. For example, interns will be responsible for completing specific tasks such as analyzing functional processes, identifying opportunities for improvement or growth, gathering and analyzing data, investigating and helping to resolve any data discrepancies, and/or preparing communications. Interns also will work on and complete a specific project for local management. Interns will interact with various functional leaders to develop new skills and learn about the solid waste and environmental services industry.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform assigned tasks in various functional areas to learn about our industry and business operations.
- Analyze data and/or potential issues and makes recommendations for potential solutions to management.
- Contribute to departmental goals and identify improvement growth opportunities while participating in activities in functional areas such as Operations, Finance, Accounting, Maintenance, Sales or Administration.
- Perform analysis of data, information and research.
- Identify and communicate potential issues related to assigned work.
- Execute and complete specific tasks and project deliverables identified by functional managers within the timeframe of the internship program. Create documents and correspondence pertaining to project deliverables.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or G.E.D.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Active pursuit of a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree
- Current grade point average of 3.0 or higher
Rewarding Compensation and Benefits
Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee discount programs.
- Retirement plan with a generous company match.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits
The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
EEO STATEMENT: Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.
In 2023, Republic’s total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.
Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.
Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 41,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.
Our company values guide our daily actions:
- Safe: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
- Committed to Serve: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations.
- Environmentally Responsible: We take action to improve our environment.
- Driven: We deliver results in the right way.
- Human-Centered: We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.
We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 4.6 million people in 2023 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.
STRATEGY
Republic Services’ strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers’ multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets.
We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation.
With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. For example, as we grow volume in recycling and waste, we collect additional material to bolster our circularity capabilities. And as we expand environmental solutions, we drive additional opportunities to provide these services to our existing recycling and waste customers.
Recycling and Waste
We continue to expand our recycling and waste business footprint throughout North America through organic growth and targeted acquisitions. The 13 million customers we serve and our more than 5 million pick-ups per day provide us with a distinct advantage. We aggregate materials at scale, unlocking new opportunities for advanced recycling. In addition, we are cross-selling new products and services to better meet our customers’ specific needs.
Environmental Solutions
Our comprehensive environmental solutions capabilities help customers safely manage their most technical waste streams. We are expanding both our capabilities and our geographic footprint. We see strong growth opportunities for our offerings, including PFAS remediation, an increasing customer need.
SUSTAINABILITY INNOVATION
Republic’s recent innovations to advance circularity and decarbonization demonstrate our unique ability to leverage sustainability as a platform for growth.
The Republic Services Polymer Center is the nation’s first integrated plastics recycling facility. This innovative site processes rigid plastics from our recycling centers, producing recycled materials that promote true bottle-to-bottle circularity. We also formed Blue Polymers, a joint venture with Ravago, to develop facilities that will further process plastic material from our Polymer Centers to help meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging. We are building a network of Polymer Centers and Blue Polymer facilities across North America.
We continue to advance decarbonization at our landfills. As demand for renewable energy continues to grow, we have 70 landfill gas-to-energy projects in operation and plan to expand our portfolio to 115 projects by 2028.
RECENT RECOGNITION
- Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies
- CDP Discloser
- Dow Jones Sustainability Indices
- Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies
- Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies
- Great Place to Work
- Sustainability Yearbook S&P Global
Position Summary: Republic Services’ internship program is designed to provide an opportunity to learn about our Company and various aspects of our industry and business. Interns will gain valuable business experience by holding a position within a functional area (department) or a local division (a location) and by executing a project that improves the function/division related to their courses of study or desired career paths. All interns are supported throughout the internship by a mentor/coach who is not the direct supervisor. An experience review takes place for all internships during which the intern presents the outcome of his/her project to leadership. An intern will work in one or more functional or operational areas and will carry out tasks related to the function or operation. For example, interns will be responsible for completing specific tasks such as analyzing functional processes, identifying opportunities for improvement or growth, gathering and analyzing data, investigating and helping to resolve any data discrepancies, and/or preparing communications. Interns also will work on and complete a specific project for local management. Interns will interact with various functional leaders to develop new skills and learn about the solid waste and environmental services industry.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform assigned tasks in various functional areas to learn about our industry and business operations.
- Analyze data and/or potential issues and makes recommendations for potential solutions to management.
- Contribute to departmental goals and identify improvement growth opportunities while participating in activities in functional areas such as Operations, Finance, Accounting, Maintenance, Sales or Administration.
- Perform analysis of data, information and research.
- Identify and communicate potential issues related to assigned work.
- Execute and complete specific tasks and project deliverables identified by functional managers within the timeframe of the internship program. Create documents and correspondence pertaining to project deliverables.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or G.E.D.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Active pursuit of a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree
- Current grade point average of 3.0 or higher
Rewarding Compensation and Benefits
Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee discount programs.
- Retirement plan with a generous company match.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits
The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
EEO STATEMENT: Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.
In 2023, Republic’s total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.
Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.
Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 41,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.
Our company values guide our daily actions:
- Safe: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
- Committed to Serve: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations.
- Environmentally Responsible: We take action to improve our environment.
- Driven: We deliver results in the right way.
- Human-Centered: We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.
We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 4.6 million people in 2023 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.
STRATEGY
Republic Services’ strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers’ multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets.
We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation.
With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. For example, as we grow volume in recycling and waste, we collect additional material to bolster our circularity capabilities. And as we expand environmental solutions, we drive additional opportunities to provide these services to our existing recycling and waste customers.
Recycling and Waste
We continue to expand our recycling and waste business footprint throughout North America through organic growth and targeted acquisitions. The 13 million customers we serve and our more than 5 million pick-ups per day provide us with a distinct advantage. We aggregate materials at scale, unlocking new opportunities for advanced recycling. In addition, we are cross-selling new products and services to better meet our customers’ specific needs.
Environmental Solutions
Our comprehensive environmental solutions capabilities help customers safely manage their most technical waste streams. We are expanding both our capabilities and our geographic footprint. We see strong growth opportunities for our offerings, including PFAS remediation, an increasing customer need.
SUSTAINABILITY INNOVATION
Republic’s recent innovations to advance circularity and decarbonization demonstrate our unique ability to leverage sustainability as a platform for growth.
The Republic Services Polymer Center is the nation’s first integrated plastics recycling facility. This innovative site processes rigid plastics from our recycling centers, producing recycled materials that promote true bottle-to-bottle circularity. We also formed Blue Polymers, a joint venture with Ravago, to develop facilities that will further process plastic material from our Polymer Centers to help meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging. We are building a network of Polymer Centers and Blue Polymer facilities across North America.
We continue to advance decarbonization at our landfills. As demand for renewable energy continues to grow, we have 70 landfill gas-to-energy projects in operation and plan to expand our portfolio to 115 projects by 2028.
RECENT RECOGNITION
- Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies
- CDP Discloser
- Dow Jones Sustainability Indices
- Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies
- Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies
- Great Place to Work
- Sustainability Yearbook S&P Global
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Environmental Project Manager
Align your credentials with SOC classifications
Environmental Project Managers typically fall under SOC code 11-9199 or 17-2081. Pull the O*NET profile for your closest match and use that task and skill language in your resume to signal program-category fit to designated sponsors.
Distinguish Trainee from Specialist eligibility early
Trainee status suits candidates within five years of graduation or initial employment. If your environmental career spans more than five years, you likely qualify as a Specialist instead. Clarifying this before outreach saves time with both host employers and designated sponsors.
Target host employers with established environmental compliance teams
Environmental Project Managers working on NEPA reviews, remediation projects, or permitting need hosts with existing legal and compliance infrastructure. Use Migrate Mate to filter for U.S. employers in environmental consulting, engineering, or government contracting who have hosted international professionals.
Prepare a detailed training plan before your offer stage
Designated sponsors like Cultural Vistas or AIPT require a signed Training or Internship Placement Plan before issuing your DS-2019. Draft phase-by-phase objectives covering environmental assessment, stakeholder coordination, and regulatory reporting so you're ready when your host employer asks.
Verify whether your placement triggers the two-year requirement
If your home country government funded your environmental studies or your field appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, you may face a two-year home residency requirement after your J-1 ends. Confirm your country's Skills List status with the State Department before accepting any offer.
Ask host employers about DOL prevailing wage compliance
Your host employer must pay a wage comparable to similarly employed environmental professionals in the same geographic area. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your role and location before negotiating, so you can confirm the offer meets program standards.
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Find Environmental Project Manager JobsEnvironmental Project Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an Environmental Project Manager?
Most Environmental Project Managers enter under the Trainee category if they're within five years of graduation or initial professional employment, or the Specialist category if they bring deeper expertise in fields like environmental remediation, NEPA compliance, or ecological restoration. Current students doing structured internships may qualify under the Intern category instead. Your designated sponsor determines the correct category based on your background and the host employer's training plan.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa, and what does the host employer do?
A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as Cultural Vistas, AIPT, or IIE, issues your DS-2019 form and acts as your legal J-1 sponsor. The hiring organization is your host employer. They provide the placement, pay your salary, and sign off on your training plan, but they are not your visa sponsor. This distinction matters because you must secure a designated sponsor separately from your job offer.
How do I find host employers open to J-1 placements in environmental management?
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers in environmental consulting, engineering, or government contracting who have historically hosted international professionals. Focus on firms with active NEPA, remediation, or permitting practices, since those teams typically have the project structure and compliance infrastructure that designated sponsors require when reviewing a training plan.
Can the two-year home residency requirement affect my plans after this placement?
Yes, if your home country government funded your environmental education or your occupation appears on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List, you'll need to return home for two years before applying for H-1B, L-1, or permanent residence. Environmental science and engineering disciplines appear on the Skills List for many countries, so verify your eligibility with the State Department or your designated sponsor before committing to a J-1 route.
What documentation should I prepare before a host employer submits my training plan?
You'll need a detailed phase-by-phase training plan covering specific environmental competencies, your academic transcripts or professional credentials showing relevance to the role, and a letter from your home-country employer or institution if applicable. Designated sponsors review whether the plan provides genuine skill transfer, so vague objectives like 'assist with projects' are routinely rejected. The more precisely your plan maps to environmental assessment, regulatory coordination, or remediation methodologies, the faster approval typically moves.
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