Environmental Engineer Intern

About the role

Thilmany, a leading manufacturer of specialty paper products, is seeking a motivated Environmental Engineer Intern for the summer of 2027. The internship provides hands‑on experience in environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives, wastewater treatment operations, air emissions management, and environmental performance improvement within a complex manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with environmental compliance activities related to air, water, waste, and wastewater permits.
• Support data collection, analysis, and reporting for regulatory and internal environmental requirements.
• Assist with monitoring and tracking environmental performance metrics.
• Participate in sustainability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support environmental audits and inspections.
• Assist with wastewater treatment system performance evaluations.
• Collect and analyze operational and environmental data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop reports, presentations, and recommendations for environmental projects.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and EHS teams on environmental initiatives.
• Participate in safety and environmental training programs.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Rising sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student with plans to return to school after the internship.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Compensation

• Pay Rate: $27.00 per hour.
• Housing stipend available for qualified candidates relocating to the Kaukauna area for the duration of the internship or co‑op assignment.

Why Thilmany?

Interns and co‑op students are treated as valued members of the team, working on projects that impact mill performance, sustainability, safety, and reliability. The experience prepares participants for a successful engineering career while contributing to Thilmany’s commitment to environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

About Thilmany

Thilmany is a global leader in combining fibers into sustainable specialty materials. The company’s purpose is to “Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World.” Its segments—including Filtration and Life Sciences, Food and Consumer Packaging, Protective Materials, and Performance Materials—address global trends with safe and sustainable solutions. In 2025, Thilmany reported net sales of EUR 2.9 billion and employs approximately 7,000 people.