About the role#
As an Environmental Engineer Intern, you will work alongside our environmental professionals to understand compliance within automotive manufacturing and non-manufacturing operations. You will contribute to project implementation and the continuous improvement of water, waste, and air programs. This role involves developing solutions to environmental challenges as we work toward our vision of Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion.
What you'll do#
- Work cross-functionally to create and implement sustainable solutions that improve environmental compliance.
- Support and implement Zero Waste projects.
- Assist with compliance reporting for air, water, and waste programs.
- Conduct compliance inspections at the facility.
- Identify and support process improvements to reduce the environmental impact of operations.
- Coordinate and assist with community outreach and wildlife habitat projects.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Health or Science, Chemical Engineering, or Sustainability.
- Expected graduation date between December 2027 and May 2029.
- Ability to work full-time, 40 hours per week.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers.
- Integrity, initiative, and the ability to work independently in ambiguous situations.
- A customer-centric approach to innovative thinking.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Locations: Warren, MI; Orion, MI; Rochester, NY; Grand Rapids, MI; Flint, MI; Detroit, MI; Charlotte, NC.
- Status: Paid, full-time internship.
- Sponsorship: This role does not provide immigration-related sponsorship.
About General Motors
General Motors is a public company based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry. The company employs over 106,000 people. Its work spans the design and production of cars, trucks, and transportation technology, including software, electrification, and AI.
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