Environmental & Sustainability Intern

JOB SUMMARY

AtS&C Electric Companya 100% employee-owned company we help keep the lights on for people and businesses worldwide. Our manufacturing roles build the equipment that protects the critical infrastructure of the power grid and each of our team members lends their unique skills to this crucial mission. We empower our people by providing pathways to a long-term career and support them in their professional growth by sustaining a culture founded on respect strengthened by collaboration and measured by our shared successes. The manufacturing industry is booming with opportunities to learn new things expand your skills and build a long-term career.

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrows energy challenges and become an employee-owner!

Available Shift

1st shift: 7:00 am 3:30 pm CST Monday Friday (Onsite)

Full-Time Summer 2026 Internship

Competitive Weekly Pay Period

At S&C we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated per hourly range for this position is $22 - 30 per hour based on experience.

Are you passionate about sustainabilityS&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to coordinate our Sustainability & Environmental function. As aEnvironmental & Sustainability Co-Op youll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Management: Upload and enter utilities data for all S&C locations; assist with compliance related data collection tracking and reporting; collect and analyze waste management data creating monthly performance dashboards.

Research & Benchmarking: Hunt for grants and incentives for renewable energy investments while evaluating different renewable energy sources and their pros and cons; update and compare sustainability data with industry standards; analyze how companies report on UN Sustainable Development Goals; research and summarize zero waste to landfill programs and circular economy practices.

Field Work & Event Support: Assist with soil sampling and pollinator audits in our native garden; support onsite audits to collect data for environmental compliance while networking with folks in production operations; help organize Sustainability Week events including recycling and waste collection.

What youll Need To Succeed:

Job Requirements ( To select this job at a minimum you must have the following):

Must be in good standing as a student at the Bachelors degree level at an accredited university majoring in Environmental Engineering Environmental Science Sustainability Chemistryor related field and returning to school full-time at the end of the internship.

Comfortable commuting and working onsite at S&C HQ in Rogers Park Chicago IL.

Ability to work Full-Time inSummer 2026.

Minimum Technical Skills:

Data Management: Proficiency in data entry data collection and data analysis

Environmental Compliance:Knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance requirements

Research Skills:Ability to conduct thorough research and benchmarking

Software Proficiency:Familiarity with data management and analysis tools (e.g. ExcelPowerBI etc.)

Minimum Soft Skills:

Attention to Detail:Precision in data handling and reporting

Analytical Thinking:Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Communication:Effective written and verbal communication skills

Team Collaboration:Ability to work well in a team and network with different departments

Organizational Skills:Strong organizational and time management skills

Preferred:

Prior environmental and sustainability internship/co-op experience a plus

Skills in organizing and supporting events

Hands-on experience with environmental fieldwork (e.g. soil sampling water sampling waste sampling audits etc.)

Familiarity with 99% landfill free circular economy principles and similar programs

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S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status or any other classification protected by federal state or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application please email us