Environmental Compliance Intern

POSITION SUMMARY: Republic Services’ internship program is designed to provide an opportunity to learn about our Company and various aspects of our industry and business. Interns will gain valuable business experience by holding a position within a functional area (department) or a local division (a location) and by executing a project that improves the function/division related to their courses of study or desired career paths. All interns are supported throughout the internship by a mentor/coach who is not the direct supervisor. An experience review takes place for all internships during which the intern presents the outcome of his/her project to leadership. An intern will work in one or more functional or operational areas and will carry out tasks related to the function or operation. For example, interns will be responsible for completing specific tasks such as analyzing functional processes, identifying opportunities for improvement or growth, gathering and analyzing data, investigating and helping to resolve any data discrepancies, and/or preparing communications. Interns also will work on and complete a specific project for local management. Interns will interact with various functional leaders to develop new skills and learn about the solid waste and environmental services industry.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform assigned tasks in various functional areas to learn about our industry and business operations.
• Analyze data and/or potential issues and makes recommendations for potential solutions to management.
• Contribute to departmental goals and identify improvement growth opportunities while participating in activities in functional areas such as Operations, Finance, Accounting, Maintenance, Sales or Administration.
• Perform analysis of data, information and research.
• Identify and communicate potential issues related to assigned work.
• Execute and complete specific tasks and project deliverables identified by functional managers within the timeframe of the internship program. Create documents and correspondence pertaining to project deliverables.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or G.E.D.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Active pursuit of a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree
• Current grade point average of 3.0 or higher

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts. 
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

In 2023, Republic’s total company revenue was $14.9 billion,