About the role#
The Environmental Intern supports compliance, sustainability initiatives, and environmental management programs. You will gain practical experience in environmental stewardship and regulatory tasks while working alongside experienced professionals to solve business challenges.
What you'll do#
- Perform environmental sampling, testing, and analysis.
- Compile baseline environmental and compliance data for regulatory reports and permitting initiatives.
- Support department projects and initiatives.
- Assist with environmental inspections and audits.
- Maintain environmental records and permits.
- Assist with reporting requirements.
- Apply OE/Lean principles including 5S, Kaizen, Daily Management Control, and Standard Work.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Biology, Environmental Science, Geology, Soils Science, GIS, or Range Management.
- A basic understanding of environmental science, sustainability, natural resources, or compliance.
- Familiarity with regulations, permitting, waste management, air quality, or water quality is preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to collect, organize, and evaluate data.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to document findings, maintain records, and prepare reports.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact with employees at all levels.
- Detail-oriented approach with a commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
Location & details#
- Location: Belle Fourche, South Dakota.
- Role type: On-site, full-time, paid internship.
- Working conditions: You may work in office, laboratory, or manufacturing environments. This role may require sitting, standing, walking, bending, and the use of PPE such as safety glasses, hard hats, and steel-toed boots depending on the site. Safety training is provided upon hire.
About Minerals Technologies Inc.
Minerals Technologies Inc. is a specialty minerals company that develops and delivers mineral-based products for diverse industrial and consumer markets. The company operates in sectors including paper, pharmaceuticals, construction, and automotive manufacturing. Headquartered in New York City, it maintains a global presence with over 150 locations and 12 research and development centers. The organization employs approximately 4,000 people across 34 countries.
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