About the role#
As an Environmental Engineering intern, you will work with the Environmental Operations Team to support compliance and sustainability across our manufacturing and non-manufacturing facilities. You will gain experience in environmental regulations and help implement programs related to water, waste, and air quality. This position is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Support and implement Zero Waste projects.
- Assist with compliance reporting for air, water, and waste programs.
- Conduct environmental compliance inspections at facilities.
- Identify and support process improvements to reduce environmental impacts of operations.
- Coordinate and assist with wildlife habitat and community outreach 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 communication skills.
- Note: Immigration-related sponsorship is not provided for this role.
Location & details#
- Work modality: On-site.
- Locations: Warren, MI; Orion, MI; Rochester, NY; Grand Rapids, MI; Flint, MI; Detroit, MI; Charlotte, NC.
- Term: Summer 2027.
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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