Environmental Science Intern

Penn United Technologies, Inc. is now accepting applications for a seasonal Environmental Intern for the 2024 summer. We are looking for a college student majoring in an Environmental management program who has completed a minimum of 3 years in that program and who is looking to enhance their classroom learning through a practical internship experience.

Penn United is a leader in our industry, providing the highest quality precision manufactured solutions for a variety of products and industries for over 52 years. Penn United Technologies currently employs over 700 people in our employee-owned precision manufacturing company, located about 35 miles northeast of Pittsburgh in Butler County.

Responsibilities:

• Work daily to assist our EHS Manager with a sustainability project and other environmental projects which could include the following:

• Inspect storm-water systems
• Perform weekly waste inspections
• Assist in shipping of wastes
• Collect waste samples
• Assist with other on-site environmental testing, such as air quality

• Report to work on-time with a positive attitude and ready to learn and accomplish tasks.
• Have a true desire and a focus toward your job.
• Ask relevant questions and ask for help with processes or tasks not understood.
• Communicate with your team members. Be open and honest in communications.
• Implement and follow all safety, environmental and quality plans in accordance with company programs and policies.

Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled in college majoring in an Environmental related program and preferably having completed 3 years in that program
• Must have strong Microsoft office computer skills
• The ability support project management such as use of Gannt charts
• Must be able to lift over 20 lbs.
• Must be able to move throughout the manufacturing building and outdoor settings
• Must be in good academic standing at their school
• Must possess strong attention to detail
• This position is a seasonal daylight position

Interns are available to participate in our monthly profit-sharing program.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disability