EHS Intern

About the role

The Position EHS Intern Job Summary Intern - Summer 2026 Full-Time & Paid Internship
Location: Program Length: Summer (12-16 Weeks)
About Us: Imerys is a global leader in mineral-based specialty solutions, employing over 16,000 people in 50 countries. We are dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and excellence.
Why Join Us: Step into the future with Imerys, we invite motivated individuals to join us and contribute to our mission. At our manufacturing plants, you’ll help transform minerals into solutions and products that enhance people’s lives. Our operations span a diverse range of customer markets, making efficient and effective use of precious natural resources.

Project Overview & Description

The scope of the project is three fold. 1) design and implement best practice outfall discharge points that are safe and functional for stormwater and NPDES outfall sampling; 2) Evaluate the current stormwater systems and design improvements to the systems that best support minimal water discharge from site; and 3) to organize and digitize the supporting documentation for compliance activities occurring onsite.

Project Description & Deliverables

The project will involve detailed evaluations, analysis, design, and execution to generate best practice changes, both short and long term, to current stormwater and NPDES discharge systems that improve water quality. The intern will also be reviewing and organizing permit related tools to be familiar with their requirements. The environmental task documentation that is happening onsite are currently being stored in hard copy at the sites. The intern will organize and digitize the hard copies stored onsite, identify any gaps in documentation, and improve any recording documents that promote a clear and concise report eliminating any redundancies found. The project will also involve working with the sites on on-going projects to evaluate, modify, and design improvements to the current best management practices (BMPs).

Project Learning Objectives

• Learn how design and implementation impact systems
• Learn practical and design applications including modifications that establish proof of concept
• Learn time management to meet short and long term objectives
• Learn what permits a typical industrial site holds
• Identify gaps in current record keeping procedures
• Learn what best management practices (BMPs) are and why they are important
• Learn how to evaluate and improve upon current BMPs that are in place

Requirements

• Are pursuing a degree in: Relevant field, e.g., Environmental, Biology, Chemistry, etc.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Problem Solvers: Enjoy collaborating to tackle challenges
• Leaders: Demonstrate leadership in various settings, such as school clubs, sports teams, or work projects
• Able to pass a drug screen and background check

Benefits

• Competitive wages that reflect the value of your contributions and the cost of living at the program’s geographical location
• Relocation Support: Assistance to help you where you need to go

Pay

Wage range for this role considers various factors such as location, student classification, and major.

Schedule

Full time and Intern (Fixed Term)

Contact Information

To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered. IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.

Application Instructions

Note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Join us at Imerys and let’s innovate together! Apply today to start your journey with Imerys and unlock endless possibilities.