Environmental Intern

Provides support to the Plant Environmental team by assisting with environmental compliance programs, data management, inspections, permitting activities, and environmental management system initiatives. This position offers practical experience in environmental regulations and compliance programs applicable to electric generating facilities while contributing to continuous improvement projects throughout the plant. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities ** - Develop knowledge of environmental permits, regulations, and compliance programs applicable to electric generating facilities. - Assist with environmental inspections, audits, and compliance verification activities. - Support Continuous Emissions Monitoring System (CEMS) programs, including procedure development, documentation updates, and inspection improvements. - Assist with the transition of environmental records and inspections into electronic management systems. - Support the development and maintenance of refrigerant management programs, including inventory tracking, leak repair documentation, and training records. - Update and maintain environmental compliance databases and tracking systems. - Assist with Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) program inspections, inventory management, and documentation. - Support fugitive dust management programs through development of training materials, verification of inspection routes, and improvement of inspection procedures. - Assist with tank inventory management, labeling initiatives, and environmental data collection efforts. - Perform environmental data analysis and quality assurance reviews. - Audit procedures, standard work documents, spreadsheets, and environmental compliance records for accuracy and completeness. - Support maintenance of environmental files, records, and SharePoint document libraries. - Assist with implementation and continuous improvement initiatives associated with the HSI Environmental Management System. - Participate in field visits throughout the facility to observe environmental processes and compliance activities. - Complete special projects and assignments as directed by Environmental staff. - Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: - Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Earth Sciences, Geographic Information Systems, Biology, or related field. Experience: - Experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office applications. - Coursework or practical experience related to environmental regulations, compliance, air quality, water quality, waste management, or environmental systems preferred. - Experience with SharePoint, GIS, Power BI, environmental databases, or similar systems preferred. - Experience working with large datasets and data analysis preferred. Abilities & Skills: - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. - Strong written and verbal communication skills. - Ability to analyze, interpret, and report environmental and technical information. - Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team environment. - Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. - Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. - Demonstrated commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. Physical Requirements Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb stairs and ladde