Civil & Environmental Engineering Intern

I. Job Summary

At WM, early career talent is more than the future of our business—they're a vital part of our present. WM's Summer Internship Program is a 12-week paid experience designed to bridge classroom learning with real-world application. Interns are empowered from day one to contribute meaningfully, explore new areas of the business, and grow their professional skillsets in a supportive, purpose-driven environment. 

The Internship Experience As a WM Intern, you won't be sitting on the sidelines, you'll be in the mix. You will work alongside experienced professionals on real projects that make an impact for WM. You'll get real-world experience in key aspects of our business, including a meaningful project you'll own and present to senior leaders at the end of the summer, while discovering what we're all about. Outside of your core work, you'll join skill-building workshops, connect with leaders through executive roundtables, and build community with fellow interns from across the country. 

When summer wraps- the connection doesn't stop there. You'll walk away with meaningful 

experience for your resume, a strong network, and a clear path to stay connected to future opportunities at WM. Come build your career with us! About the Engineering Team This internship is part of the Engineering crew—a team known for its unique innovative thinking, collaborative spirit, and commitment to sustainability. You'll get to explore civil and environmental engineering projects, learn how things work behind the scenes, and help WM drive purpose in everything we do. Whether you're diving into data, pitching ideas, or helping make things run smoother, what you do will matter—and we want to hear what you think. 

Location: This role will support sites at and around southwest Michigan. 

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Uses problem solving skills, determines problems, and understand fundamental parts of the problem.

• Conducts analysis as directed, and prepares and delivers insights and recommendations based on analysis.

• Synthesizes findings and draws conclusions from analyses and makes oral/written recommendations to supervisor and/or manager.

• Executes tasks directly related to functional projects and/or process improvements.

• Communicates issues and roadblocks related to areas of responsibility.

• Please note that you’re expected to do 50% of travel (day travel) in relation to your work.

III. Qualifications 

A. Required Qualifications 

• Interns must have a High school diploma or GED (accredited) and be pursuing or have recently completed a Bachelor’s degree (accredited) in a field of study relevant to the internship.

B. Preferred Qualifications 

• Perusing a degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering 

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.

V. Benefits 

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. 

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