Environmental Intern; Req
Listed on 2026-02-24
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Engineering
Environmental Compliance
Location: Athens
Peckham Industries
Location: Athens, NY
Pay Range: $22.00 - $22.00
Salary Interval: Temporary
Description:
Application Instructions
About Us:
Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our " family by choice " ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers.
In addition, the company's construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.
Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable.
Position DescriptionJob Summary:
Peckham's paid Internship Program is designed to add practical, relevant experience to your field of study while welcoming you into our family by choice culture. As an Environmental Intern, you will assist and support our EHS Team with essential projects, while gaining invaluable experience for your future career. Key projects and tasks include but are not limited to:
Sustainability projects, greenhouse gas calculations, EPD calculations, and plant equipment inventory.
Majors applicable to this internship opportunity include Environmental Science, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, various Engineering disciplines as well as other relevant majors.
Only completed applications with all required attachments received by Monday, May 5, 2025, will be considered.
Essential Functions:
1. Safety. Protect friends and family At Peckham, safety is our priority. Willingness to learn and follow all safety guidelines across our different lines of business and even in corporate offices.
2. Integrity. Execute work with honest, a positive attitude and productive approach. Experience a learning environment where questions are welcomed.
3. Dedication. Contribute professional work in a timely and organized manner as outlined in a syllabus. Work with masters that continuously seek to be the best they can be.
4. Efficiency. Collaboration and create value through employee engagement, sustainability, and stakeholder partnerships to deliver the best results.
Position RequirementsRequirements, Education and Experience:
1. Excellent Attendance and Punctuality.
2. You are responsible for your own housing and reliable transportation.
3. Strict adherence to all safety protocol, OSHA safety rules and regulation required.
4. Current enrollment at an accredited college or university with a 3.0 or higher GPA
5. Successful submission of our online application by Monday, May 11, 2026, and:
• A cover letter or paragraph stating your major and what intrigues you about it.
• A resume including your Linked In profile, if you have one.
• One written recommendation (e-mail ok) from a current or previous employer, teacher, or professor
6. Proficient written and verbal English communication skills
7. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
8. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
9. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
10. Legal right to work in the U. S.
Please note: The program is scheduled to run for ten weeks, Monday, June 1, 2026, through Friday, August 7, 2026, but can be flexible to the student's needs.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Travel:
Position may require up to 15-20% travel…
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