About the role#
This internship provides an opportunity to join the John Deere environmental team. You will work within a manufacturing facility to assist with the implementation of the Environmental Management System (EMS) and support factory compliance. This is a paid, full-time, on-site position for the Summer 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Perform facility inspections to review compliance with environmental regulations and EMS requirements.
- Manage specific environmental programs, including stormwater, chemical management, wastewater, and waste.
- Lead projects focused on reducing waste, energy, or water usage.
- Identify and implement environmental risk reduction projects.
- Create Power BI dashboards or Power Apps to track environmental data.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Engineering or a related major.
- Minimum GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale.
- Basic knowledge of engineering statistics and environmental regulations.
- Ability to relocate domestically for the assignment.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Experience with project management, data analysis, and Microsoft Power BI is preferred.
- Strong communication skills.
Location & details#
- Locations: Ankeny, IA; Moline, IL; Des Moines, IA; Horicon, WI; or Waterloo, IA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Note: US visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
About John Deere
John Deere manufactures machinery for agriculture, construction, forestry, and turf care. The company operates globally with a focus on equipment and technology for food, fuel, and infrastructure production. Founded in 1837, the firm maintains its headquarters in Moline, Illinois. It functions as a public company with over 55,000 employees.
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